The athlete: Alex returns to Vanguard for his senior season, his third year in the Blue and Gold?had a terrific season in 2009-2010, averaging over 10 points per game?second on the team in rebounding, averaging 5.3 per contest?also led the team in blocks (23) and three-point percentage (52%)?dominated Point Loma Nazarene on 12/1/10, posting 25 points and 10 boards in a 76-63 win?joined the Lions at the Christmas break of the 08-09 season, after transferring from the University of Nebraska?made an immediate impact on the VUSC squad with his talent and size?played in 17 contests, starting eight of those?averaged over 10 points per game, on 49 percent shooting from the field?led the Lions with 6.3 boards/game and 19 total blocks?before playing for the Cornhuskers, attended Sheridan College in Sheridan, Wyoming?graduated from Canby High School in Canby, Oregon, in 2006?achieved a 3.5 GPA at CHS?earned All-League as a junior and senior, before being honorable mention all-state as a senior?also ran track at Canby?has played basketball for nine years?spent two years as a member of the Portland Panthers club team?exceptional talent?one of the most skilled players in the league?can score inside or step out and drain the three?soft touch on a smooth jumper, especially for a 6-9 forward ?should challenge for All-GSAC honors as a senior.
The person: Alex was born to parents Kenny and Ginny in Palm Springs, California, on August 28, 1987?has one brother, who plays basketball for the University of Texas, and one sister?nickname is "Chap"?will graduate in May of 2011 with a Sociology degree?prefers the food at "Krusty Krab"?favorite color is red and number is 23?likes to watch "King of the Hill" on TV, and favorite movie is "Finding Forrester"?roots for the Portland Trailblazers?sports hero is Jerry Rice?likes the scripture Romans 12:21?enjoys Fridays and Christmas?favorite actor is Denzel Washington?when he is not playing basketball, likes to go to the beach, hike, and camp?most respects his parents?basketball has taught him to handle adversity.
Coach Soliday's Comments: Alex is one of the most talented guys in the conference. He can play with his back to the basket or face up. Alex has grown as a leader and has worked hard to make sure he has a successful senior year and that our team does too.
