Athlete Showcase: Dowagiac’s Cole Weller

Published 9:48 am Friday, December 13, 2019

Cole Weller is a sophomore on the Dowagiac basketball team.

What has been one of your greatest accomplishments as an athlete?

CW: Getting all-state in soccer.

Cole Weller

What has been one of your biggest disappointments as an athlete?

CW: Losing in regionals.

Who is a “hero” in your life and why?

CW: My mom, because she does anything for me.

When are you the most nervous while you are competing?

CW: When it is a big game.

Describe an embarrassing athletic moment.

CW: Tripping over myself.

How do you tend to workout/train when by yourself?

CW:  Run and do other things.

What other sport would you like to compete in if you were not playing yours?

CW: No other.

Why are sports an important part of a high school experience?

CW: Because you can build friendships and bonds.

How would you give away $50,000?

CW: To charity.

If you could be the head coach of a team for a year, what team would you choose?

CW: The Cleveland Cavaliers.

If I did not play sports, I would…?

CW: Probably do nothing.

What is the most challenging thing for you to do in your sport?

CW: Win a state championship.

If you could change one rule about your sport, what would it be?

CW: No traveling.

What is the best compliment you have ever received?

CW: That I’m a great player.

What was the scariest thing you have had to do? Are you glad you did it?

CW: Playing defense in a regional game for soccer.

What was the last thing you saw someone do that really impressed you?

CW: Dunked on someone.

What is your favorite hobby? Why?

CW: I like to cook, because it is fun for me.

Choose one word to describe yourself:

CW: Talented.