Athlete Showcase: Dowagiac’s Alex McIntosh

Published 8:17 am Friday, January 26, 2018

Alex McIntosh is a sophomore on the Dowagiac wrestling team.

What has been one of your greatest accomplishments as an athlete?

AM: Placing fifth in the state for MYWAY.

What has been one of your biggest disappointments as an athlete?

AM: Not working hard enough.

Who is a “hero” in your life and why?

AM: My grandpa.

When are you the most nervous while you are competing?

AM: Right before the match.

Describe an embarrassing athletic moment.

AM: Throwing up on the mat.

How do you tend to workout/train when by yourself?

AM: At home and in the weight room.

What other sport would you like to compete in if you were not playing yours?

AM: Basketball.

Why are sports an important part of a high school experience?

AM: My way to make it out.

How would you give away $50,000?

AM: Donate it to the wrestling program.

If you could be the head coach of a team for a year, what team would you choose?

AM: Michigan.

If I did not play sports, I would…?

AM: Be a gamer.

What is the most challenging thing for you to do in your sport?

AM: To not overthink.

If you could change one rule about your sport, what would it be?

AM: Stalling rule.

What is the best compliment you have ever received?

AM: That I dress nice.

What was the scariest thing you have had to do? Are you glad you did it?

AM: Tubing with my step-brother and driving.

What was the last thing you saw someone do that really impressed you?

AM: My grandpa making it to al my wrestling matches.

What is your favorite hobby? Why?

AM: Playing backyard football with my friends.

Choose one word to describe yourself:

AM: Outgoing.