M.P. grew up skiing in Minnesota and began teaching college students at the University of Montana.  Eventually she took Winter quarters off to teach in Sun Valley and there she met her husband, Richard.  After moving to Washington, she taught at Alpental and became a coach for the Buddy Werner program.  All 3 of their children grew up racing for TAS and as past president, Richard, and past book keeper, M.P., they spent many years involved with the wonderful TAS community.  

With decades of teaching experience and 15+ years of coaching she loves working with young athletes.  Currently M.P. teaches full time in Sun Valley coaches the Devo Team when she is back in Washington.  She is PSIA and USSA certified.