In Episode 26 of The Late Start Show, Charlie Martin and Jack Nelson sit down with Hugh Kopittke, Goodwillie Prefect, Track Captain, and Emory University track commit. Hugh shares his journey from transferring to University School in high school to becoming a leader in academics, athletics, and student life. He discusses his transition to US, the challenges of stepping into leadership roles, and the rewarding aspects of being a prefect. Hugh also reflects on organizing school events, leading the track team, and breaking a school record in the 4x100 relay. Beyond sports and leadership, Hugh dives into his passion for theater, his experience in the school musical, and his ambitions in sports management. He opens up about his senior speech on substance abuse, his personal decision to abstain from alcohol, and how he hopes to inspire others. He also shares advice for incoming students, thoughts on the house system, and his hopes for the next class of prefects. This episode is packed with insights on resilience, personal growth, and making the most of high school—perfect for students and aspiring leaders alike.Credits to Theo Walter for Production and Editing, Russ Nobles for the Intro and Outro songs, Mr. Wickboldt for being our advisor, and you for listening to our podcast and keeping up with the latest US news.

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