PHOTO GALLERY: Missouri wrestler Todd Porter prepares for match

January 31, 2013 | 9:08 p.m. CST

Missouri wrestler Todd Porter practices with teammate Zach Toal in preparation for his match Wednesday.

Missouri wrestler Todd Porter practices at the Hearnes Center on Wednesday with teammate Zach Toal. Despite having been a back-up for the Tigers the past four years, Porter is now a starter and ranks 14th nationally. | Amy Stroth

Senior 174-pounder Todd Porter practices his moves against junior 165-pounder Zach Toal in preparation for Porter's match Wednesday. Porter is ranked 14th in the nation in his weight class. | Amy Stroth

Missouri wrestler Todd Porter practices at the Hearnes Center on Wednesday. Porter, a fifth-year senior and 174-pounder, is now a team starter after being a back-up for the past four years. | Amy Stroth