John Brussa
Sports Editor
October 4, 2018
JESSE HAMBLY
Jeff Steele and his wife, Kelly, hike along the summit ridge of Mount Saint Helens during one of their many backcountry adventures. The pair have spent decades seeking fresh powder, building a lasting bond along the way.
Professor Steele teaches in Santa Clara’s College of Arts and Sciences, specializing in medieval philosophy. When he’s not teaching, his passion for snowboarding takes him to the mountains—or wherever he can find snow.
Tell me your history with snowboarding.