Proctor inducted the 2025 class of the Athletic Hall of Fame over Alumni Reunion Weekend. Proctor’s Athletic Hall of Fame seeks to recognize and honor those individuals and teams who distinguished themselves as outstanding contributors to athletics while at Proctor and who have continued to exemplify the values core to the community: respect, responsibility, compassion, and honesty in their personal and professional lives. Congratulations to this year’s inductees listed below!
Peter Whitehead ‘90 | Soccer, Hockey, Lacrosse
A three-sport standout on the varsity soccer, hockey, and lacrosse teams at Proctor Academy, Pete was a staple in the green and white throughout his three-year career as a Hornet. Following his graduation from Proctor in 1990, Pete played for the Sun Valley Suns in the Senior A league in Sun Valley, Idaho. He went on to star at Lake Forest College on both the varsity hockey and lacrosse teams. As captain of the 1994 Lake Forest Lacrosse Team, Pete also earned MVP honors. Following his collegiate playing days, he found his way into the coaching ranks, leading a squirt hockey team in Rye, New York. In 1998, Pete moved back to Sun Valley where he has raised his two children with his wife, and found himself coaching youth soccer and hockey. He would immerse himself in the world of hockey coaching for the Sun Valley Youth Hockey Association, where he coached at every level and served as Association President, helping build a program of over 400 athletes. His program won multiple state championships, youth tournaments across the Mountain West, and produced multiple Division 1 and professional athletes. Pete notes, “Throughout all my coaching, I leaned heavily on the lessons I learned at Proctor. My focus was never just about winning games—it was about giving kids the experience of being part of a team, working hard, having pride, showing respect, and carrying themselves with integrity.”
Winnett Cunningham Ordway '94 | Soccer, Alpine Skiing, Hockey, Lacrosse
Winnett Cunningham Ordway starred on Proctor’s field hockey, alpine skiing, and lacrosse teams during her career in green and white, leading the ski team to a Lakes Region Championship and serving as captain for the lacrosse team. Perhaps most telling of her athletic prowess was Winnett’s decision to change sports during her senior year, earning her recognition as the Charles A. Jones Athletic Award winner at commencement for the best all-around athlete in the graduating class. Following graduation from Proctor in 1994, Winnett continued her athletic career at St. Lawrence University where she was a standout on the varsity field hockey and women’s lacrosse teams. Her 1996 Field Hockey team won the UCAA Championship. Following her collegiate career, Winnett transitioned to the coaching ranks, first at the high school level, and then coaching her own children. An avid lover of the outdoors, Winnett loves running, spending time on the water, and being in the mountains skiing or watching her three daughters ski race. Her passion for the outdoors extends to horses and caring for her horses, and supporting her girls develop into competitive three phase eventers.
Molly Lauridsen ‘00 | Soccer, Eastern Alpine Skiing, Cycling
As a three-sport standout for the varsity girls soccer, alpine skiing, and cycling teams, Molly epitomized the three-sport impact of high-level skiers at Proctor. As a day student, Molly’s influx of talent and energy during all three seasons set the course for Proctor’s female sports during the early 2000s. Following her graduation from Proctor in 2000, Molly matriculated to the University of Colorado - Boulder where she pursued outdoor sports like mountain biking, trail running, and continued alpine skiing. Now a resident of Stowe, Vermont, Molly works in the health and wellness space, owning and operating her own small business as a personal trainer and fitness instructor, while also creating her own handcrafted jewelry on the side.
Sarah Lauridsen ‘03 | Eastern Alpine Skiing, Tennis
Following her sister to Proctor in 1999, Sarah further elevated Proctor’s Tennis Program and Eastern Alpine Ski Program. Following her graduation from Proctor in 2003, her dominance on the slopes led her to ski NCAA Division I at St. Lawrence University, where she was team captain for two years. Upon graduating from St. Lawrence, Sarah continued in the ski industry with a career in marketing for brands such as Marker, Volkl, Dalbello, and Blizzard-Tecnica. She is also an avid fly-fisher, artist, and outdoor enthusiast, and the trout she catches have become a focus of her studio art. Sarah resides in Pomfret, Vermont, where her passion for exploration on her mountain bike, skis, or trail running keeps her active. The Proctor connection runs deep for both Sarah and her sister, Molly. Their grandparents were dorm parents, and their grandfather taught at Proctor.
1991 Boys Lacrosse Team | Undefeated Lakes Region Champions
The 1991 Boys Lacrosse Team holds a special place in Proctor history as one of the few undefeated teams. In an era where three-sport athletes were the norm, this team brought together a unique blend of talents from across Proctor’s athletic programs. It was the team’s collective hunger, combined with exceptional team chemistry and leadership, that fueled their historic run. The 1991 Boys Lacrosse Team’s undefeated season remains a testament to what can happen when diverse athletic talents unite around a shared goal and an unbreakable team bond.
Coaches Pete Southworth and John Schoeller, who brought grit and intelligence honed from soccer and football respectively, helped set a tone of excellence and resilience that carried throughout the season. The camaraderie of the group was legendary, culminating in the now-iconic “Spring Victory Tour” T-shirts that many team members still proudly hold onto today—even if the shirts no longer fit.
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