Oklahoma State’s Dean Heil (141 pounds) is this week’s Big 12 Wrestler of the Week following a hard-fought triumph against the No. 2 rated wrestler in his weight class. The honor marks Heil’s first career weekly award and the third consecutive week a sophomore has claimed a share of the accolade.

The top ranked wrestler defeated No. 2 Kevin Jack of NC State in a 10-8 decision last week. With the victory, Heil improved his overall record to 7-0 and 4-0 in duals, adding to his two victories against ranked opponents this season.

In the opening period the Wolfpack freshman tacked a takedown of Heil, as the two traded points, ultimately finishing the first tied at three. In the second, Jack tallied a reversal, promting a Heil escape and takedown to carry a one-point lead heading into the final period. In the third, the Cowboy sealed the victory, picking up an escape and two takedowns for the 10-8 win.

Scores and Stats:
Opponent #1: Kevin Jack (NC State/ No. 2)
Results: W, 10-8, Decision

2015 Big 12 Wrestling Weekly Awards
Date                         Wrestler of the Week
November 9           Jacob Smith, Jr., West Virginia (197 pounds)
November 17         Kyle Crutchmer, Jr., Oklahoma State (174 pounds)
November 24         Bryce Meredith, So., Wyoming (141 pounds)
December 1           Dante Rodriguez, So., Iowa State (141 pounds) / Chasen Tolbert, Sr., Utah Valley (125 pounds)
December 8           Dean Heil, So., Oklahoma State (141 pounds)