Freshman Londen Murphy named OAC Wrestler of the Week for second time this season

By Marissa Myers

ADA — Ohio Northern freshman Londen Murphy (Moscow/Moeller) was named the Ohio Athletic Conference Wrestler of the Week for the week of Dec. 29-Jan. 4.

This marks the second career Wrestler of the Week accolade for Murphy and second this season.

The recognition comes after placing second with a 3-0 record and being unscored upon in the 157-pound weight class at the Washington & Lee Invitational on Saturday.

Murphy remains undefeated on the season, leading the Polar Bears in the 157-pound weight class with a 20-0 record, 11 falls and five tech falls.

The Polar Bears (7-1 Overall, 2-0 OAC) return to action on Friday and Saturday at the Lycoming (Pa.) Duals, starting Friday at 9 am.