Player Detail

BILLY WOOD
Quarterback
1962 / 1962
Augusta, GA

Biography
A highly recruited player, Wood picked the Gamecocks over Clemson, Georgia, Florida, Army and Vanderbilt. He was one of three players (QB Jim Tom Oliver of Orangeburg and QB James Campbell of Lamar) who originally committed to the Tigers and then signed on with the Gamecocks, resulting in Clemson coach Frank Howard demanding an investigation of new USC head man Marvin Bass’ recruiting practices. Wood had led Richmond Academy to a 10-1-1 record as a senior.

Biography

A highly recruited player, Wood picked the Gamecocks over Clemson, Georgia, Florida, Army and Vanderbilt. He was one of three players (QB Jim Tom Oliver of Orangeburg and QB James Campbell of Lamar) who originally committed to the Tigers and then signed on with the Gamecocks, resulting in Clemson coach Frank Howard demanding an investigation of new USC head man Marvin Bass’ recruiting practices. Wood had led Richmond Academy to a 10-1-1 record as a senior.

Prior Schools
School	Location

Roster Listings
Year	Roster	Num	Pos	Ht	Wt	Yr	Gms	GS
1962	Game Programs	10	QB	6-0	176	So	0	0

Depth Chart Appearances
Description	Position	Rank

Scoring Plays
Date	Opponent	Qtr	Time	USC	Opp	Play