Parents/Guardians: Jose and Maria Alvarez

2012-13 at WBU: went undefeated in dual matches…NAIA All-American…runner-up at NAIA Championships

2011-12 at WBU: Won a school-record 30 matches…named to the NAIA All-American team…finished 5^th at NAIA Championships

High School: Lettered in football 2 years and wrestling 4 years at Hereford High School…named to the wrestling all-state team in 2008, 2009 and 2010…state runner up in 2010

Why did you choose to come to Wayland? For an education and to continue my wrestling career. Also to represent my state in wrestling.

How did you get started wresting and how old were you? I grew up watching my older brothers wrestle, and I tried it and loved it.

What has been your proudest athletic achievement?  State finals, All- American, and National finals.

What do you feel you bring to your team? Leadership and a good example for the rest of the team.

What are your plans after college? Have money and a good job.