Hofstra University Athletics

Mike Wood #78 Offensive Tackle 6-3, 260, Freshman Chesapeake, VA/Western Branch H.S.

Played four years of football and one year of basketball at Western Branch High School...Was a two-time first team all-district, all-region and All-Tidewater selection, and was a first team all-state pick as a senior...Named the Best Left Tackle in Virginia by the Roanoke Times...Also played at running back and tight end during his scholastic career...Had two touchdowns as a tight end in 2001 and one rushing touchdown and three touchdown catches as a running back in 2002...Three-time member of the Southeastern District championship team...Personal: Born May 1, 1985...Has two brothers...Hobbies include fishing, basketball and weightlifting...Was recruited by Virginia Tech, William & Mary, James Madison and Maryland.