In a thrilling match, Utah Valley wrestling secured a 24-19 victory over North Dakota State, fueled by five bonus-point wins, with four major decisions. The momentum was initiated by Terrell Barraclough, ranked No. 4, who helped the team rally after being down. Despite NDSU recording three wins via ranked wrestlers, UVU’s consistency in securing bonus points proved crucial in clinching the match. Coach Adam Hall expressed pride in his team’s performance and looks forward to upcoming home matches.
UVU achieved four consecutive major decision wins during the match, with Haiden Drury recording his 26th career dual victory, moving into the Top 10 in dual wins. The team’s overall record improved to 6-7, with a 2-4 conference mark. North Dakota State’s record stands at 3-8, also with a 2-4 conference mark.
Looking ahead, Utah Valley will face No. 21 West Virginia on February 6, followed by matches against Air Force and Northern Colorado on February 7 and 14, respectively. With this victory, UVU has demonstrated their ability to secure crucial bonus points, positioning themselves well for the final stretch of the regular season and upcoming matches.
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