I'm Alex and this is my first year as a member of the Clippers Spirit. I was born and raised in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains.

Currently, I attend a university in the Los Angeles area and have been dancing practically since I learned to walk! My technical training began over eight years ago at the Vibe.

I am a Natural Science major with an emphasis in Pre-physical and Occupational therapy. After many years as a competitive gymnast, I developed a passion for understanding why injuries occurred and how I could make a difference in the rehabilitation process, so physical therapy was the perfect field for me.

I just returned to Los Angeles from an adventure in Kenya. I worked with children who were without parents due to the AIDS/HIV crisis. This really inspired me to help African children in the future, hoping to help develop a generation of new leaders to address the monumental challenges facing the world's second largest (and second-most populated) continent.

At my core I am all about energy and enthusiasm! I am really looking forward to a spectacular season with the Spirit.

Here are my top five things to do on a Sunday afternoon:

1. Enjoy the ocean at Manhattan Beach.
2. Shop on Melrose Ave.
3. Take in a movie at The Arclight Theatre.
4. Ice Skate at Pershing Square.
5. Pick up a cupcake at Sprinkles (and one for my pet!).

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