Gardner-Webb University Athletics

2011-12: Did not compete dueto injury.

2010-11: Did not compete.

Prior to Gardner-Webb: Transferred back toGardner-Webb after one year at Gainesville State College.

2008-09: Went 0-2 on the year..Wrestled at 141pounds against Liberty and Appalachian State.

2007-08: Redshirted.

High School: Attended and wrestled at JeffersonHigh School in Georgia ... Posted a record of 184-18 at JeffersonH.S. ... Was a four-time State Champion ... Was tabbed the Wrestlerof the Year in Northeast Georgia his senior season ... Recorded a56-2 record during his senior year ... Wrestled on Team Georgia atthe national duals during his junior campaign ... Finished fourthat the NHSCA his freshman year ... Was also a member of the crosscountry, baseball and track & field teams.

Personal: Born August 30, 1988 in Gainesville,Ga. ... Son of Kevin and Rita Baird ... Has an older sister ...Majoring in Elementary Education.