UNCP Athletics

AS A FRESHMAN (2023-24): Redshirted

HIGH SCHOOL: Prepped at Hoke County High School for coach Brandon Locklear ... As a senior, logged a 51-5 record, finished fourth at 132 pounds at the 4A state championships and was named All-Conference ... As a junior, finished 44-10 and placed sixth at the 4A state championships.

PERSONAL: Son of Kevin and LeAnna Nelson ... Has three sisters, Kylee, Linley, and Lakelyn ... Maintained a 3.2 GPA at Hoke County High School ... Lists Captain America as his idol ... Hobbies include playing spike ball and video games ... Favorite song is 45 by Shinedown and favorite movie is Warrior ... Favorite sports team is the Chicago Bears and favorite food is wings ... Favorite music artist is Lana Del Rey ... A business major at UNCP.