Meet Austin Bauer, Elgin Public/Pope John Wrestling

Name: Austin Bauer

School: Pope John

Grade: Freshman

Parents: Terry and Mary Bauer

Weight: 145

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Coach Jones because he pushes me to get better.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Eat honey and listen to 80s rock.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? 13 minute run at the beginning to get me in shape.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Work hard and never give up and you win some and lose some. It doesn’t matter. Do your best.