Name: Alex Whitcomb
Position (s): WR/S
Height/ Weight: 5'11" 165 lbs.
GPA: 3.7
Jersey Number: 3
School & Class: Souderton 2027
key Stats: 33 total tackles
Awards: N/A
Hudl link: Alex Whitcomb
Favorite NFL team: Philadelphia Eagles
Quote from the Coach: "Alex is a high character/high academic athlete. He will be a two way starter both at Wide Receiver and Safety and counted on to lead both as a captain and on the field. He has a skill set that can affect the outcome of a game on either side of the ball and special teams."
What’s your proudest moment on the football field, this season or in your career?
My proudest moment from this past season was beating Quakertown.
Describe a play where you made a game-changing impact. What was going through your mind?
I made a PBU in the redzone against CRS that saved a touchdown.
What’s the toughest part of playing the position (s) you play, and how do you prepare for each?
I'd say for both WR and S is getting tired on the field, I prepare for this by going for runs daily.
Which NFL player do you model your game after, and what do you admire about them?
For S Kyle Hamilton he plays super aggressive and makes great plays on the ball, for WR Devonte Smith he's a skinnier WR like me who relies on his footwork and speed to get open.
What’s a drill or skill you’re grinding to perfect before the season?
Having quicker cuts on my routes.
How did you start playing football, and what keeps you passionate about it?
I started when I was 6 years old playing flag football, I'm so passionate about football because I've been playing it almost my whole life so I just built a strong love for it.
Who’s been your biggest supporter (e.g., coach, family, teammate) in your football journey?
My Dad, he's always pushing me to be the best which I really appreciate.
What’s a challenge you’ve overcome—on the field or off—that’s made you a better player or person?
A challenge Ive overcome was last year I was alittle undersized at safety but I made it up by being very physical and driving my legs through contact. It's made me a better player because now I don't hesitate to make a tackle.
How does playing in the Suburban One League shape your experience as a high school athlete?
There's good competition.
What’s the one song on your pre-game playlist that fires you up, and why?
Die Today by Young Thug.
What’s your nickname in the locker room, and how’d you earn it?
Whit, it's a shorten version of my last name.
If you could take one teammate’s skill for a game, whose would you pick and why?
I would take Chase Harts aggression when tackling.
What’s your biggest goal for this season with your team?
My biggest goal for our team is to win district One.
Are you eyeing college football? What’s your dream school or program to play for?
Yeah, my dream program to play for would be Florida University.
Where do you see yourself in football or life five years from now?
Playing college football somewhere and studying business.
Who’s an under-the-radar teammate who deserves more shine, and why?
There's a lot, Max Potson, Ares Deardoff, and Nick Abraham. They are all hard working guys that can easily play in college.
What’s the loudest or most memorable crowd moment you’ve experienced in a game?
I had a big hit against spring ford week one last year, it was a packed game and it got loud.