Feb. 10, 2004

LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ -Sophomore Old Dominion wrestler Adam Wright (Dayton, VA), the Monarchs started in the 184 weight class, was named the Colonial Athletic Association Co-Wrestler of the Week, along with George Mason's Adrian Austin for all competition during the first week of February. Wright won all three of his matches last week, including an 8-6 decision over the fourth-ranked 184 wrestler in the CAA, Lantz Nixon of Campbell.

Currently ranked third in the CAA at 184, Wright also won a major decision against VMI, against Corry Murray. Wright improves to 5-1 in CAA duals this season and 22-8 overall.

The Monarchs are next in action Saturday, February 14, at home, taking on both UNC-Greensboro and Maryland. ODU lost to both teams last season on the road and will look for revenge in their annual Scholarship Meet. UNC-Greensboro and Maryland face each other at 12:00 PM, with ODU taking on UNC-Greensboro at 2:00 PM and Maryland at 4:00 PM.