Murphy named MIAA Athlete of the Week for wrestling

FREELAND, Mich. – Olivet College junior Hunter Murphy has been named the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) Athlete of the Week for wrestling.

Murphy posted a 3-0 record to help the wrestling team win three matches and capture the 2021 Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association Championship. He started his day with a 17-1 technical fall over Mason Priest from Alma College. Murphy then recorded a pair of first-period pins – 2:16 over Jacob Colbart from Adrian College and 57 seconds over Isaac Hawkins from Trine (Ind.) University.

For the season, Murphy has a 7-2 record. He earned bonus points in all seven wins, with four wins, one technical fall and one major decision.