Alex began wrestling at age 9 in Baltimore, Maryland. He capped his youth career with a runner-up finish at the MJWL state tournament and back-to-back school MVP awards. Alex placed in several tournaments throughout his varsity career at Boys Latin HS including top finishes at the MIAA A conference tournament and the MIS state tournament, earning him three trips to the National Prep Championships.

Alex competed for Gettysburg College.

Alex is currently a varsity wrestling coach at his alma mater, Boys Latin HS, where he recently won the William H Gamper/Drew Haugh Award for his contribution to their wrestling program.