Athlete of the Week: Sage Dixon

NameSage Dixon

Sport: Varsity Wrestling

Grade11

Accomplishments: Sage finished in fifth place at the District 6 Wrestling Tournament and qualified for the upcoming Regional Tournament. 

Coach Mike Cherry’s quote:

“Sage wrestled well at Districts. It’s tough to come back through the consolation brackets and place. It takes lots of mental toughness, determination, and focus.”

10 Questions:

1. How did you first get involved in this sport?

My dad signed me up when I was eight

2. What other sports do you play?

None

3. Favorite professional sports team?

Pittsburgh Penguins

4. Favorite professional athlete?

Evgeni Malkin

5. Who is your hero? Why?

AJ Shoppe because he shows that even someone from a small town can do something huge.

6. Favorite band/musician?

Shinedown

7. Favorite movie?

We are the Millers

8. Favorite food?

Steak

9. What advice would you give to younger athletes?

To put in extra time and get working hard

10. What are your future goals?

To make it to states in wrestling