Alex Popeck was involved in a terrible car accident which landed him in a coma.  He fought hard for 27 das days but succumbed to his injuries.  Alex lived an amazing life and fought hard for many of the special things he accomplished at such a young age.

Alex was a 17-year-old junior at Sherwood High School. He was an outstanding scholar and athlete and washonored to be named as the captain of both his track and cross country teams. Alex adopted the phrase of "Never Back Down" to define his attitude towards life and led by example as a competitive athlete an dhonor roll student. Although a great student-athlete, Alex was most proud of his accomplishments in his community, and his efforts to reach out and stand up for others was where he truly made a profound mark on life.

Alex's joyful exuberance was a unique gift. His attitude toward life drew people to him - young an dold and across all boundaries or bias.  Quick with a warm smile an dkind word, Alex made everyone feel special and better about themselves. He genuinely cared about the people in his life and made sure every teacher, coach, teammate, competitor and classmate knew they mattered and were valued.  Alex's apprach to life was a shining example of how one person could positively impact others by sharing his values and his were simply love, kindness, respect and compassion for all.

In keeping with Alex's memory and spirit, the Alex Popeck "Never Back Down" Foundation raises funds each year to benefit Montgomery County high school students.  Each spring college scholarships will be awarded to selected seniors whose applications best embody Alex's qualities of caring, compassion, humility, honesty and his "Never Back Down" attitude.  The Foundation will also work, toward promoting safe driver education and awareness to newly licensed and future teenage drivers.