Illinois Wesleyan advances in NCAA Division III basketball tournament with 61-53 win

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Mar 7, 2026
ByL. L. Boyd
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On Friday, March 6, Illinois Wesleyan Titans, featuring former St. Joseph-Ogden High School player Payton Jacob, secured a 61-53 win against the Washington & Jefferson Presidents in the NCAA Division III Basketball Tournament.

The matchup was played at DeVos Fieldhouse at 6 p.m., marking the teams’ first tournament meeting.

The Titans are scheduled to play their next game on Saturday, March 7, at 8:30 p.m. at DeVos Fieldhouse.

Payton Jacob
Payton Jacob — Forward — Senior — 5′10″ — Hometown: St. Joseph

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