Chisholm Ski Club

09/12/2026

It's with a saddened heart, we have learned of the passing of Bob Withrow. We will post any news of services when details are available. You will be greatly missed by many Bob.

08/18/2026

Congratulations to all inductees, especially Chisholm Ski Club associates Ray Broomhall, Jill Dunton Bartash, Dieter Kreckel, and Nick Newman.

08/12/2026

Congratulations Dr Kreckel.

The Mountain Valley Athletics Hall of Fame is proud to announce its final inductee of the 2026 Class, in the Contributor category, Dr. Dieter Kreckel. Behind every championship, every victory, and every successful athletic program are individuals whose contributions often go unnoticed. Dr. Dieter Kreckel is one of those individuals.
When Dr. Dieter Kreckel and his wife, Jennifer, chose to make the River Valley their home in 1993, it was not by chance. Dr. Kreckel had long dreamed of practicing medicine in a rural community, once saying that the traditional country doctor was someone who cared not only for people when they were sick, but for the entire community. That philosophy has defined his life in the River Valley ever since. As their two children grew up attending Mountain Valley High School, Dieter and Jennifer became deeply invested in the schools, the community, and the people who call this area home.
For more than three decades, Friday nights at Falcon football games have almost always included one constant: Dr. Kreckel standing on the sideline, ready whenever he was needed. As team physician, he has volunteered countless hours caring for Mountain Valley student athletes, working alongside athletic trainers when available and willingly stepping into that role himself when they were not. His calm presence and medical expertise have provided reassurance to generations of athletes, coaches, and parents alike. Dr. Kreckel also generously volunteered with the Chisholm Ski Club and the Black Mountain Ski Patrol over the years.
His commitment to the community reached far beyond athletics. As one of the physicians who helped establish and grow Swift River Family Medicine, Dr. Kreckel has cared for generations of River Valley families while serving in numerous leadership roles, including the Maine Medical Association, the Mountain Valley Boosters Club, and committees dedicated to strengthening the Town of Rumford. Through it all, he has remained a steadfast advocate for the health, safety, and well being of our students and our community.
The greatest contributors rarely seek recognition. They simply show up, year after year, because they care deeply about the people they serve.
For his decades of dedication to Mountain Valley athletics, his unwavering commitment to the health and safety of our student athletes, and his lasting impact on generations of Mountain Valley families, we are honored to welcome Dr. Dieter Kreckel into the Mountain Valley Athletics Hall of Fame, Class of 2026.

08/08/2026

Congratulations to Billy Chenard and his family on his upcoming induction into the Mountain Valley Athletics Hall of Fame.

08/08/2026

Chisholm Ski Club family and friends,

Come join the celebration on Saturday August 15th when several Chisholm Ski Club members will be inducted into the Mountain Valley Athletics Hall of Fame.

Our own Raymond Broomhall, Jill Dunton Bartash, Billy Chenard, and Nick Newman, will be honored.

See information below for the Induction Ceremony at the High School, followed by the reception at Black Mtn. Hope to see many of you there!.

Information on the upcoming Hall of Fame Weekend. All of these events are available to the general public.

Saturday, August 15th
The MV Hall of Fame Awards Ceremony in the Muskie Auditorium begins at 1:00 PM. Doors will open at noon. Tickets to attend are $10, with all proceeds going directly to Mountain Valley Athletics. *Inductees and one guest get free admission.

Immediately following the Award Ceremony there will be a reception at Black Mountain of Maine for all attendees. At the reception there will be appetizers, coffee and water provided to all attendees upon arrival. The lodge and deck will both be open for this event and the hope is for this to be an opportunity for all generations of our area athletes and fans to get together and celebrate our area’s rich history.

Sunday, August 16th
The MV Athletics Hall of Fame Golf Scramble at Oakdale CC will begin with a shotgun start at 9:00 AM, with registration opening at 8:15 AM. This is an 18 hole scramble available to all, the entry fee is $400 per team, once again with all proceeds going directly to Mountain Valley Athletics and the costs of the HOF. After the scramble, there will be a lunch for all participants provided by Mainely Plates and Platters. We are still looking for foursomes to fill out this tournament and businesses to sponsor the event($100 to sponsor a hole and $200 to sponsor a contest).
Here is the link to register for the scramble:

August 16th, 9:00 AM shotgun start(8:15 registration) Oakdale Country Club $400 per foursome Lunch included Contact Jeff Pelletier for more information: [email protected] (207) 357-4661

08/07/2026

Congratulations Jill!!!!

07/27/2026

Congratulations Raymond!!!

07/26/2026

Norm Charleston's Celebration of life will be held at Black Mountain of Maine on Sunday August 2, 2026, from 1-4 PM with remembrances starting at 2PM. Join us in dressing casually in honor of Norm’s casual spirit.

07/22/2026

The Chisholm Ski Club is saddened to hear of the passing of long time club member and volunteer Norm Charleston. Our condolences go out to Marie and the entire group of family and friends.

View Norman E. Charleston, Jr.'s obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.