Kirstin Holum

Background

Holum was born to the Olympic skier Mike Devecka and Olympic speed skater Dianne Holum, who coached her through entire career.

Career

Next year, she competed in the 3000 m and 5000 m events at the 1998 Winter Olympics and finished in sixth and seventh place, respectively. She then retired from skating and graduated in arts from a college in Chicago with a thesis on art and the Olympics. She then joined the Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal, a religious order helping poor and homeless people.

Later she moved to Leeds, England, where she became known as Sister Catherine at Saint Joseph’s Convent.

Achievements

• In 1997, Kirstin won the World Junior All-Around Championships and set three national records on the 3000 m distance.