SPOTLIGHT: Jairo Alcarez
ANGELYNE CHU
Sports Editor
Another season has passed and the wrestling team has proven themselves once again by finishing second in Almont League with a record of 4-1. They also qualified thirteen wrestlers into the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) matches. Amongst one of the three captains this year is senior Jairo Alcaraz, a three-year member of the varsity wrestling team. Alcaraz has transitioned from JV to varsity team within three months during his sophomore year. His leadership has driven the team to where they are now, emphasizing the importance of respect and dedication. He believes that wrestling shapes a person’s character and teaches the athletes on the importance of respecting others and themselves.
What have you learned from being on the wrestling team?
I have learned to be a leader and to stay committed. I also have a large amount of self discipline because of wrestling.
Do you plan to continue wrestling in the future?
I do most likely plan to wrestle after high school. It just depends on the college I am going to, but I for sure will be coming back to work with some of the younger wrestlers.
What are some of your favorite memories?
Some of my favorite memories are just helping other team members get better and wining as a team as well. The relationship I have built with my new family has to be the best memory.
What is your future career and how do you plan to pursue them?
Right now I want to either become a history teacher or a registered nurse. I plan to just do everything that I can: take the right courses, talk to the right people, all that and more.
What advice do you have for the future wrestlers?
For any future wrestlers, all I can say is just stay strong and focus on the mat and in class. Being mentally prepared is half the battle. Go out there and do your best. Leave it all on the mat.
ANGELYNE CHU
Sports Editor
As the season for football comes to an end, many of the players will begin their off-season practices while many seniors are going to graduate with an experience that will be remembered for a lifetime. One varsity player who will leave Alhambra High School after four years of being a Moors football player is senior captain and quarterback Jonathan Bird.
How would you describe your experience being a Moors football player?
The past four years have been great. I’m glad I got the chance to play and I would not trade this experience for a million dollars.
What is your future goal?
My future goal would be to get a bachelor’s degree in engineering and be able to coach football in the future.
What advice would you give to incoming players and current players?
You need to work hard during off-season, because that’s where it all starts. Other teams are doing the same, but you must work harder than them.
What is your best memory?
On of my best memories would be when I made a 40-yard field goal against South Pasadena during my junior year.
What is something you regret not doing?
I regret not taking the workouts seriously until my junior year, because it really does make a difference.