Wingate University Athletics

Pittsburg, Kan.----Wingate University redshirt junior return specialist Perry Floyd (Gastonia, N.C.) has been named to the 2009 NCAA Division II All-American second team by Don Hansen’s Football Gazette, officials announced today. In January, Floyd was named to the All-Super Region 2 first team by the same publication.

“Perry Floyd has developed into our go-to guy on special teams,” Wingate head coach Joe Reich says. “When we are looking for a big play…he’s the guy. His patience and hard work have paid dividends for our program. Perry is a pivotal member of our team, both on offense and on special teams.”

Wingate, N.C.----Wingate University senior Gus Chagas has been swimming internationally since 1997. A senior from Recife, Brazil, Chagas became Wingate’s first-ever individual national champion when he won the 200 Freestyle at the 2007 NCAA Division II national championship meet. Chagas was also a six-time All-American during the same season. 

Wingate, N.C.----The Wingate University NCAA Division II baseball game versus St. Andrews Presbyterian College scheduled for Wednesday has changed venues, Bulldog head baseball coach Allen Osborne announces this afternoon. The Bulldogs and Knights will play at Ron Christopher Stadium and Plyler Athletic Field on the Wingate campus Wednesday. First pitch is slated for 3 p.m.