Alex McIntosh is a senior on the Dowagiac wrestling team.

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

AM: In football, I was all-conference. In wrestling, it has been three years in a row going to team state.

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

AM: Getting injured my freshman year.

Who is a “hero” in your life and why?

AM: My brother Andrew. My whole life we have pushed each other in sports. We played everything together. Most of the time it would end in us fighting. This year, even though he was at Grand Valley State University, he came home for every football game and as many wrestling meets as he could. I do not call him a hero, but I look up to him.

When are you the most nervous while you are competing?

AM: Right before the match starts.

Describe an embarrassing athletic moment.

AM: I do not really have one.

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

AM: Lift weights and run.

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

AM: Power lifting.

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

AM: They teach you leadership, hard work and teamwork. They also help you to get good grades and go to school.

How would you give away $50,000?

AM: I would give it to a kid I know that does not have very much.

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

AM: Michigan football.

If I did not play sports, I would…?

AM: Work and make money.

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

AM: Cutting weight.

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

AM: Stalling calls.

What is the best compliment you have ever received?

AM: People tell me that I am well-mannered and a great young man. Sports end, but how people perceive you lasts a lifetime.

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

AM: Having elbow surgery. Yes.

What is your favorite hobby? Why?

AM: Wake surfing. The thrill and challenge.

Choose one word to describe yourself:

AM: Determined.