CUTHBERT, GA –Andrew College is proud to announce it has been awarded a $2,000 Sport Opportunity Grant from the NJCAA Foundation to support the launch of its new Women’s Wrestling program. Competition is scheduled to begin in 2025-2026, with the hiring of Tristan Bundy as the inaugural Head Women’s Wrestling Coach.
The addition of Women’s Wrestling marks an exciting expansion of athletic opportunities at Andrew College, furthering the institution’s commitment to academic excellence, servant leadership, and student success. The NJCAA Foundation’s grant funding will assist in the program’s development and growth during its crucial first year.
“We are honored to receive this support from the NJCAA Foundation,” said Dr. William R. Kennedy, President of Andrew College. “At Andrew, we believe opportunity transforms lives. By launching Women’s Wrestling, we are investing in the dreams and futures of young women across our region who want to compete, learn, and lead. This program reflects our deep commitment to expanding access to higher education through the power of athletics, and we are thrilled to welcome Coach Tristan Bundy to lead this important initiative.”
Coach Bundy brings energy, expertise, and a passion for empowering student-athletes to Andrew College as the founding head coach of the Women’s Wrestling team. Recruitment efforts are already underway to build a competitive and inspiring inaugural roster for 2025-2026.
“The NJCAA Foundation is excited to further support the growth of NJCAA member colleges and the sport programs they offer through the NJCAA Sport Opportunity Grant,” said Andrew Givens, NJCAA Foundation Executive Director. “The ability to provide this funding is a testament to the importance and growth of two-year collegiate athletics. The NJCAA Foundation looks forward to this initiative’s impact as NJCAA member colleges continue to create opportunities for student-athletes across the country.”
Andrew College’s Women’s Wrestling program will complement a growing lineup of athletic offerings, reinforcing the College’s strategic goal of expanding enrollment, promoting leadership development, and strengthening student engagement through athletics. As the only institution in Georgia to offer Women’s Wrestling at the two-year college level, Andrew College continues to be a beacon of opportunity and excellence in Southwest Georgia and beyond.
About Andrew College
Established in 1854, Andrew College is related to The United Methodist Church and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Situated in the rural southwest Georgia community of Cuthbert, Andrew College offers the Associate of Art, Associate of Science, Associate Degree in Nursing, Bachelor of Science and Certificates.
About the NJCAA Foundation
The mission of the NJCAA Foundation is to enhance the NJCAA national organization, student-athletes, member colleges, and local communities through financial support, scholarships, program initiatives, and community service.