By Tanya Garcia | CLOSE COMBAT MAGAZINE

Close Combat Magazine had a chance to catch up with Brayden Packer, Fowlerville High’s varsity wrestler in the 190-pound boys varsity division. Here is what he had to say about his wrestling expereinece in Meet the Gladiators Q&A:

Q: Why did you get into wrestling?

A: I wanted to become a better athlete.

Q: What do you love most about wrestling?

A: The competition that you get to face and learning from it.

Q: Who is your favorite wrestler?

A: Adam Coon

Q: Who is the greatest wrestler of all time?

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A: Adam Coon

Q: What is your best memory on the wrestling team?

A: Going to team States and staying in the barracks over night.

Q: Who has helped you become the wrestler you are today?

A: My teammates and coaches. 

Q: Do you recommend wrestling to others, why or why not?

A: Yes, in my opinion it helps you grow as a person. 

Photography by Olivia DeLaCruz

Q: What do you like most about being on the wrestling team?

A: Spending time with my teammates during practice and meets.

Q: How do you prepare for your next match?

A: I try to find an open place and I start warming up.

Q: What is your goal for this wrestling season?

A: Keep getting better and improving my technique. 

Q: What is one of your goals for after high school?

A: Go to college for football or wrestling.

Q: What is your favorite classroom subject?

Photography by Olivia DeLaCruz

A: Science

Q: What is your dream school/university?

A: Michigan 

Q: What is your favorite food?

A: Medium rare steaks.

Q: What is your favorite song/music artist?

A: I don’t have a favorite song but my favorite artist is Kendrick Lamar. 

Photography by Olivia DeLaCruz

Q: What actor would play you in a Hollywood movie?

A: Will Ferrell, Step Brothers.


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