Dec. 29, 2007

EVANSTON, Ill. -- The Big Ten Network will televise the finals of the 2007 Midlands Wrestling Championships. Live coverage begins at 7 p.m. CT Sunday from Northwestern's Welsh-Ryan Arena.

This year marks the 45th installment of one of the most prestigious events in collegiate wrestling. The annual tournament attracts hundreds of the most talented wrestlers from around the country in a two-day, four-session double-elimination tournament.

Founded by Northwestern's Ken Kraft, the Midlands Championships are held every December in Welsh-Ryan Arena. The tournament has historically brought together the very best in amateur wrestling, and has provided the springboard for 92 Olympic wrestlers.

The Network will televise several replays of the championship session in the coming days and weeks. For programming information, visit www.bigtennetwork.com.