Progressed to Amherst College (Ranked #2 Best Liberal Arts College In U.S)
Joining CATS Academy Boston in Grade 11 through the North American Hockey Academy (NAHA), Aaniva has successfully managed the demands of an intensive academic schedule alongside elite-level hockey training, demonstrating resilience, discipline, and focus.
Aaniva’s academic record reflects both rigor and intellectual curiosity. She completed an outstanding total of 11 Advanced Placement courses and earned the College Board AP Scholar Award with Distinction in 2025. Beyond the classroom, she sought opportunities to deepen her interest in medicine and scientific research, including shadowing an emergency room doctor as part of a research initiative and participating in the Tufts Pre-College Research Science Lab Investigations Program.
Her contributions on the ice were equally impressive: as a key member of the NAHA team, she played an instrumental role in securing the 2025–2026 Junior Women’s Hockey League championship. In recognition of her academic excellence, she was also awarded the 2026 NAHA AP Cup.
Reflecting on her time at CATS Academy Boston, Aaniva said:
“My past two years at CATS/NAHA have contributed to tremendous growth across various aspects of my life, allowing me to pursue athletic and academic excellence in an environment filled with community and diversity. I am so excited to start at Amherst College in the fall, and because of my experience here, I know I am well-prepared for success after I graduate.”
* 2026 Best National Liberal Arts College Rankings | US News College Rankings
Nationality: American
Program: High School Diploma | Hockey Academy
Destination: Amherst College (Ranked #2 Best National Liberal Arts College*)
Potential Major: Biochemistry or Medicine
Advanced Placement Courses (completed at CATS Academy Boston): AP Calculus AB, AP Chemistry, AP English Literature & Composition, AP Biology, AP Language, AP Microeconomics
Honors Courses: Multivariable Calculus Honors
Extracurriculars and Academic Achievements:
