Gia and Abba McCormack after a tennis match enjoying the pretty sunset. (photo used with permission of Gia Hansen-Ditlefsen)
Gia and her friend Callie Kayser strike a fun pose for the camera. (photo used with permission of Gia Hansen-Ditlefsen)
This weeks featured freshman is Gia!
Gia is currently 14 years old and attends Sartell High School. She has attended the Sartell school district her whole life. She went to Oak Ridge and has made many friends along the way. With her friends, she enjoys going out to eat, attending school activities, and just having a good time!
Gia and her friends at the homecoming game — full of laughter, smiles, and unforgettable moments under the Friday night lights. (photo used with permission of Gia Hansen-Ditlefsen)
Quinn, Cenady, Gia, and Shaela all set for a night of fun, friendship, and groovy vibes at the homecoming dance. (photo used with permission of Gia Hansen-Ditlefsen)Abba, Aubree, and Gia pose for a photo after the football game, proud to show off Sartell’s big win and school spirit. (photo used with permission of Gia Hansen-Ditlefsen)
Throughout life, Gia has developed a strong love for sports. She is a two sport athlete. Gia plays tennis in the fall and hockey in the winter. This past year Gia and her hockey team went to the state championship, and ended in second place. This was not the outcome the team had hoped for, but they will forever cherish the memories they made. Gia enjoys the bus rides for tennis matches, and her favorite memory is all the games she played with her friends on the way home from Detroit Lakes. Gia won her first singles match against Rocori, and this is something she is very proud of.
Gia’s team gathers in prayer after the game, a moment to thank God for His guidance, strength, and all He provides. (photo used with permission of Gia Hansen-Ditlefsen)
Gia and teammates skate back to the bench after a successful shift on the ice. (photo used with permission of Gia Hansen-Ditlefsen)
Gia faces a tough tennis match, focused and determined to capture the win. (photo used with permission of Gia Hansen-Ditlefsen)
Gia and her teammates take the ice with focus and energy, set for a good game ahead. (Gia Hansen-Ditlefsen)
Gia lives in Sartell, Minnesota with her mom Kyla, and her grandparents. Kyla is the sport clips area manager of five different stores in Minnesota. Gia’s grandma is the head volunteer coordinator at Good Shepherd Community center. Gia helps volunteer at the community center when she is available. Gia’s grandpa works at Coca-Cola and is a truck loader. Gia has a brother named Dominic, and he is 20 years old. Together they have fun car rides, and thrilling family functions. Her whole family attends her hockey games to support her.
Gia and her mom, Kyla, share a moment during a fall photo shoot when Gia was a toddler. (photo used with permission of Gia Hansen-Ditlefsen)
Gia and her family visit Mt. Rushmore to celebrate the 4th of July, enjoying the historic site and the holiday spirit together. (photo used with permission of Gia Hansen-Ditlefsen)
When Gia graduates, she hopes to become a sports medic.
