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Austin O'Connor calls second wrestling national title 'more special' than first for North Carolina

Austin O’Connor retooled in 2022-23 to go after his second national title for UNC Wrestling. It worked.O’Connor defeated Penn State’s Levi Haines in the 157-pound final 6-2 to cap off an undefeated senior season. He established himself as one of the greatest wrestlers in Tar Heels history. O’Connor finished his career 116-10 over the course of five varsity seasons. (On3.com)

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