William Travis Alexander, a 25-year resident of the Twin Lakes Area, has dedicated his life to the sport of wrestling and the athletes he mentors. A steadfast volunteer coach for the Mountain Home High School Bombers and Lady Bombers wrestling programs, Alexander’s journey reflects decades of commitment to fostering excellence, opportunity, and sportsmanship in amateur athletics.Alexander’s wrestling career began nearly 40 years ago in high school in Missouri, where a chance encounter with the sport sparked a lifelong passion. After excelling as a competitor, he served over a decade in the United States Marine Corps, including multiple combat deployments. Upon returning home, he turned his focus to building wrestling programs in Arkansas.
He played a pivotal role in establishing the Mountain Home Flyers youth wrestling club and helped launch the high school wrestling program shortly after it was sanctioned by the Arkansas Activities Association in 2008-2009. Through tireless volunteer workrecruiting athletes, organizing practices, and advocating for resourcesAlexander transformed the fledgling program into a thriving powerhouse. Under his guidance, both the Bombers and Lady Bombers achieved competitive success, with athletes advancing to state and national tournaments.
KTLO News spoke with Alexander who shares how the wrestling program in Mountain Home was started.
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Alexander says back in high school, his wrestling coach made an impact on him that will last a lifetime.
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Being just a registered volunteer, Alexander says he never imagined being inducted into the Hall of Honor.
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Beyond coaching, Alexander has served as a mentor and role model, instilling perseverance, camaraderie, and sportsmanship in generations of athletes. His efforts have helped wrestling grow across Arkansas, from a club sport to a recognized interscholastic program.
Throughout his career, Coach Alexander led students to state medal rounds every year, helping many earn college scholarships. He was named 2021 Arkansas Coach of the Year and was honored with the 2024 Lifetime Service Award from the National Wrestling Hall of Fame’s Arkansas Chaptertestaments to his selfless dedication and lasting impact.
Coach Alexander’s legacy ensures that future wrestlers will continue to thrive under the blueprint he established, both on the mat and in life.
Alexander will be celebrated at the 2025 Mountain Home Athletic Hall of Honor Banquet on Saturday starting at 1:00.
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