Kentlake High School’s Alex Lopez, wrestling, was selected as the Covington Maple Valley Reporter’s Male Athlete of the Week for Dec. 21.

Q: What is your favorite subject in school?

A: Math

Q: What other activities do you participate in?

A: Disc golf, soccer, video games, church

Q: Person who has helped you succeed the most?

A: My mom because she is always making sure I am taken care of and ready for my wrestling matches.

Q: Do you have a pre- or post-game tradition? What is it?

A: Visualize how my match will go and listen to music.

Q: Song you currently can’t get enough of?

A: “Baby Shark,” by Pinkfong (because it’s all my nephew listens to at the house)

From the Sideline

“Alex Lopez currently has a 10-0 record, he won the John Birbeck Classic and the Decatur Gator Invite. Alex is a team captain, a multi-sport athlete and a leader at Kentlake. His work ethic and leadership have put Alex in a position to be successful in school and beyond. He also won the Hammerhead Invitational Tournament last weekend.”