University of the Cumberlands Athletics

Jacobs earned the male athlete of the week honors after helping lead the Patriots to a 25-14 win over seventh-ranked Cumberlands. Trailing 13-14 UC turned to Jacobs at the 184 lbs. weight class taking on ninth-ranked John Olivieri.  Jacobs recorded a 14-2 major decision over Olivieri capitalizing on his ability on the mats with a long ride in the first period and two nearfalls in the match. On the season, Jacobs improves to 8-4, including a 2-2 record against ranked opponents.  The win also extends the freshman win streak to five straight matches.