BY JEFF SLADE
T
he 10th-ranked Michigan wres-
tling team (7-1 overall and 3-0
in the Big Ten through Jan. 18) has
gained confidence from the first
part of its season. After an early loss
against No. 14 Oklahoma Nov. 22,
the Wolverines have continued an
upward trend since then with four
consecutive victories. The winning
streak includes back-to-back wins
over ranked opponents, Jan. 9 at
No. 6 Ohio State and Jan. 15 versus
No. 13 Illinois.
OLYMPIC SPORTS
Wrestling Looks To Build
On Recent Success
Junior Adam Coon ascended to No. 4 in the heavyweight national rankings after opening the
season 8‑0.
PHOTO COURTESY MICHIGAN ATHLETIC MEDIA RELATIONS