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Braun's late takedown clinches win for NIU over Kent State

DeKALB — After entering the final three matches tied 13-13, the wrestling team pulled out a 23-13 win in their meet against Kent State University on Wednesday.

A major decision win by 184 pound redshirt sophomore Brit Wilson set up a clinching decision win for 197 pound redshirt first-year Gage Braun that was decided by a late takedown.

Head Coach Ryan Ludwig wished his team could have won in more convincing fashion, but was happy with his team’s determination.

“It was a good job by our guys to dig deep and get a win,” Ludwig said.