West Virginia University Athletics

Hard-working tailback whose time has come to contribute ... dedication and dependability have earned him a place in the mix ... also has played on the punt block and kickoff return teams ... missed a week of spring drills with a concussion ... three kick returns gained 54 yards in the Temple win ... pair of kick returns for 29 yards in the Gator Bowl ... named 2003 freshman lifter of the year in the WVU strength program ... ranked best among the backs and receivers in hang cleans (335) ... did not see varsity action in 2002, but won the Danny Van Etten Award as top offensive rookie performer on WVU's scout teams ... rookie of the week: UTC ... an all-stater for Coach Sean Biser at Hampshire High ... also earned all-state honors in baseball and track ... WHAG-TV player of the year ... played in North-South all-star game ... born April 20, 1983 ... son of Kay and Joseph Wright ... one of two children ... majoring in athletic coaching education ... Athletic Director’s Academic Honor Roll