Cristian Wilson is a junior on the Dowagiac soccer team.

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

CW: One of my greatest accomplishments is making it to the regional final.

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

CW: One of my biggest disappointments is when I crashed my car and couldn’t play against Three Rivers.

Who is a “hero” in your life and why?

CW: My parents are heroes in my life, because they pushed me to my max potential.

When are you the most nervous while you are competing?

CW: I am most nervous when trying to finish the balls.

Describe an embarrassing athletic moment.

CW: Chipping my tooth in our invitational my sophomore year.

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

CW: Running and getting touches on the ball.

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

CW: Rugby.

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

CW: It helps with teamwork skills and is fun.

How would you give away $50,000?

CW: To a soccer charity in poor countries.

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

CW: Juventus F.C.

If I did not play sports, I would…?

CW: Continue getting good grades in school.

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

CW: The most challenging thing for me is being patient.

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

CW: Off-sides.

What is the best compliment you have ever received?

CW: I have leadership potential.

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

CW: Taking penalty kicks, yes.

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

CW: Cole (Parker) eating a worm.

What is your favorite hobby? Why?

CW: Video games, because it relaxes me.

Choose one word to describe yourself:

CW: Hard-working.