Andrew Wood

Class:
Sophomore
Hometown:
Hannibal, Mo.
High School:
Hannibal

OUTLOOK: Sophomore Andrew Wood is recognized by the coaching staff and his teammates as one of the most passionate wrestlers on the squad. Despite suffering a season-ending injury in his redshirt season, Wood has stood by his teammates and assisted with everyday practices and daily routines. Wood is slated to compete in the 165-pound weight class for the 2008-09 season.

"Andrew is a little banged up right now, so our medical staff is working to get him back into competitive form." Missouri Head Coach Brian Smith said. "He's very dedicated to the program, which means a lot to the team and staff."

2007-08: Andrew Wood wrestled only three matches in the 165-pound weight class for the 2007-08 season. In his first match of the season Wood defeated Sean Dietz from Missouri Baptist by a 10-0 major decision at the Lindenwood Open on Oct. 27. Wood's final victory came at the Central Missouri Open on Nov. 11 when he defeated Drew Holly from McKendree by a 7-1 decision.

2006-07: Wood competed in four tournaments during the 2006-07 campaign and pinned his opening round opponent of the Dec. 3 University of Northern Iowa (UNI) Open. Paired with Wes Gregg of Luther College, Wood flattened his opponents shoulders to the mat in 2:30. Earlier in the season, Wood managed a 7-3 win by decision over Cameron Mitchell of Truman State at the Nov. 19 Missouri Open in the Fieldhouse of the Hearnes Center.

HIGH SCHOOL: Wood joins fellow Hannibal Pirate Tyler Perry as a member of the Missouri wrestling program. During his time at Hannibal High School, Wood compiled a 127-26 record and earned the Missouri state title at 152 pounds his junior season (2005). Wood was a two-time All-State Academic honoree, three-time state placer and All-American in Fargo, N.D., at the Cadet Freestyle Championships. Earning four letters, Wood finished his career with a 4.00 cumulative grade-point average.

PERSONAL: Andrew was born to Rodney and Shelin Wood on Aug., 19, 1987. He has a younger brother Austin (18). During his time at Mizzou he is an education major.