Words by Thomas Ingle | Images by Justin Hunter
Meet Carson Wood, a standout Bevill State Community College sophomore whose talents shine both on and off the court.
Carson excels as the second-seed singles and first-seed tennis doubles player under Coach Eli Matthews’s guidance.
Carson speaks highly of Coach Matthews’ influence, stating, “He’s an amazing coach! He pushes us daily and gets me closer to God, which I greatly appreciate.”
Beyond his athletic prowess, Carson is a committed student. Balancing his sports commitments with his academic responsibilities, Carson maintains an impressive GPA of 3.08.
Looking ahead to his graduation in May 2025, Carson plans to pursue a degree in nursing and have a career dedicated to helping others.
Carson is the son of Nick and Wendy Wood.
Congratulations, Carson, on your athletic and academic accomplishments. We wish you the best in your future endeavors! WL