Smith Named ACC Wrestler Of The Week After Leading Duke To Third ACC Win

Feb. 16, 2004

Freshman Christian Smith was selected as the ACC Wrestler of the Week after posting a 2-0 record in dual meet action at 125 pounds, including a key conference victory. The Blue Devils went 1-1 this past week earning a win over Virginia to move atop the ACC standings with a record of 3-0. The three wins in ACC action this season mark the first time since 1960, Duke has won three ACC matches.

The Chesapeake, Va., native helped Duke overcome a 14-0 deficit against the Cavaliers as Smith posted a 7-4 decision over Virginia's Brian Sticca to give the Blue Devils the an 18-17 lead in a 21-17 win over Virginia. Smith jumped out to an early 5-0 lead in the second period registering an escape, a takedown and two back points before holding off a late charge by Sticca.

Smith also earned a victory over UNC-Greensboro's Kyle Terrell, pinning the Spartan in a minute and 58 seconds. With the two wins, Smith improves to 25-12 overall, 10-3 in dual match play and 3-0 in ACC action this season.

Duke will next travel to Campbell for their lone match of the week on Wednesday, February 18.

Smith Named ACC Wrestler Of The Week After Leading Duke To Third ACC Win

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