Cleveland State wrestling fell short against Northern Illinois University, 29-14, in a Mid-American Conference dual at home at the Woodling Gymnasium on Saturday.

The Northern Illinois Huskies took control early, winning the first five matches to lead 23-0 at halftime. 

The Vikings responded after the break with a 4-1 sudden victory by Tate Geiger, at 165-pounds, putting CSU on the board at 23-3. 

However, the Huskies took the next bout on a 4-2 decision, extending their lead to 26-3. But an 18-0 shutout by the Vikings' JR Reed, at 184-pounds, narrowed the margin to 26-8.

After another close NIU sudden victory, Daniel Bucknavich, at 197-pounds, ended the night on a high note for the home team, securing a pin in just under two minutes as the Vikings lost 29-14. 

Next up: The  CSU wrestling team travels to Edinboro University on Thursday, Feb. 6 for a 7 p.m. dual match.