Alarcon, D'mitri CO: Leader On & Off the Mat

The Rush When I Win - Interview with D’mitri

Describe how you became interested in wrestling. "I started wrestling when I was 6. I like the rush when I win."

How have your parents participated in and supported your wrestling? "My mom Angelina is very supportive; she gets me to practice, works table help at my competitions, and she always finds a way for me to better myself."

Which coaches have been an important part of your wrestling experience and why? "Coach Ben Barrows of Bear Cave has been in my life since I was 7 years old. I don't know; we just clicked. He used to let me use his phone in between matches, and then it just went from there. He treats me like his own son. Honestly, if it wasn't for him, I'd probably not be so successful. Coach Ben VomBaur works you hard in practice but also lets us have fun. I like going to his house to fish, play board games, and paintball. He went to see me bull ride; that made me feel good like he had a personal interest in me.”

How have peers and siblings helped shape your wrestling? "I have good wrestling partners and they push me to get better."

In what ways has wrestling contributed to your success in the classroom and school community? "I'm a leader and that carries over to the classroom and community."

What makes participation in RMN Events rewarding, enjoyable, and challenging? "I know all the RMN event staff members. They are good to me. I like going to RMN tournaments all over the West because you never know who you are going to wrestle."

What are your future aspirations in the sport? In life? "I want to go to college; not sure where yet."

For a young wrestler just beginning, what words of wisdom would you have for him or her? "Don't give up; hard work pays off."

If you have aspirations in the sport after you are done competing (i.e., coaching), please detail how and why you plan to give back. "I go early to practice and help the little guys out."

List of major wrestling accomplishments and awards, especially from RMN events. This is just a few from this season. I won Tulsa on January 20th, 2018. I got OW for Who's Bad, New Mexico Nationals, and Rumble in Reno. 03/18/2018 RM National Championships 12U 1st 02/24/2018 Rumble in Reno 12U 98 1st 02/24/2018 Rumble in Reno 12U 106 1st 02/03/2018 Wild West Championships 12U 98 1st 01/13/2018 New Mexico National Showdown 12U 106 1st 01/13/2018 New Mexico National Showdown 12U 98 1st 01/07/2018 Winter Nationals 2018 Novice 1st

12/30/2017 Who`s Bad? National Classic 12U 98 1st 12/29/2017 Christmas Clash Junior High Dual 100 12/28/2017 Christmas Clash Elementary Duals 100 12/23/2017 P2P - Thompson Valley Holiday Bash 12 Under 98- 1st 12/23/2017 P2P - Thompson Valley Holiday Bash 14 Under 93- 1st 12/10/2017 2017 VACW ES National Holiday Duals 95 12/03/2017 TOA - 2017 King of the Mountain Middle School 2nd 12/01/2017 TOA - 2017 King of the Mountain 98 11/25/2017 Panhandle Nationals D3 95 1st 11/18/2017 P2P - Monarch Mayhem - DGC 12 Under 91- 1st 11/18/2017 P2P - Monarch Mayhem - DGC 14 Under 92- 1st 11/04/2017 Monster Match Nationals 12U 98 1st