Alex Rose (athlete)
Alex Rose is a Samoan athlete competing primarily in the discus throw and occasionally in the shot put and hammer throw. He represented his country at two World Championships, in 2013 and 2015, failing to qualify for the final on both occasions. He also represented Samoa at the 2016 Olympics. He has had success at the Oceania Athletics Championships, with eight gold medals in three different throwing events.
Although born in the United States, Rose holds dual-citizenship with Samoa since his father was born in that country and emigrated to the US as a 19-year-old. He threw for Central Michigan University.
His personal best in the discus is 66.91 metres.Personal bests
Outdoor
- Shot put – 17.22
- Discus throw – 66.31 NR
- Hammer throw – 58.66 NR
Indoor
- Shot put – 17.75
- Weight throw – 19.73 NR
Personal life
Previous Band
2018 - 2018 The Band Formally Known as Malfoy
