Point Park University has named Andrew Spears as head women's wrestling coach, vice president of athletics Scott Swain announced.

Spears brings more than 15 years of experience in program leadership and athlete development at the youth, high school and collegiate levels. From 2016-20, he served as president of the Franklin Regional Wrestling Organization, one of Western Pennsylvania's most respected wrestling organizations, overseeing athlete development, coaching staff coordination and program operations. He continues to serve on the Franklin Regional Wrestling Board of Directors. From 2007-11, Spears served as a Junior Olympics wrestling coach, focusing on technique, conditioning and competitive development, helping athletes successfully transition to the high school and collegiate levels, including many who went on to compete in NCAA Division I and II.