ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: KEY WEST’S 3-SPORT STANDOUT ANDRE OTTO COMMITS TO FSU

Andre Otto, Senior Key West High School. Photo by ELLA HALL/ Keys Weekly

Whether he is on the gridiron, track or wrestling mat, Christopher Andre Otto makes a huge impact for the Conchs. The multisport, multitalented student athlete was highly recruited by Division 1 teams across the country. On Dec. 21, he made the choice to further his academic and athletic career in Tallahassee, playing for the Florida State Seminoles. The star lineman is currently transitioning to wrestling, where his coach says, “He’s a leader by example. His work ethic and attitude are contagious. Most importantly, he’s just a great soul.” 

Andre works hard in all aspects of his life and is dedicated to excellence.

— Conchs wrestling coach Chaz Jimenez

A dedicated athlete who pays attention to the little things, Otto says he will spend next year studying all aspects of the Seminole offense while he continues his studies of film and digital design. For his amazing accomplishments in Conch athletics and his positive attitude toward all he does, Christopher Andre Otto is this week’s Keys Weekly Athlete of the Week.

Tracy McDonald
Tracy McDonald fled to the Keys from the frozen mountains of Pennsylvania hours after graduating from college and never looked back. She is a second generation coach and educator, and has taught in the public school system for over 25 years. She and her husband met at a beginning teacher meeting in 1997 and have three children born and raised in Monroe County. In her free time, McDonald loves flea markets, historical fiction and long runs in the heat.