Chadron State opened its 2026-27 men’s basketball season with a narrow 79-76 loss at Northern State. Zyon Little and Vincent Tedeschi scored 19 points each, but the Eagles couldn’t overcome Northern State’s stronger shooting and rebounding, despite staying within three points in the closing seconds.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: Northern State 79, Chadron State 76.
  • Zyon Little and Vincent Tedeschi: 19 points each.
  • Chadron State: 10-for-23 from 3-point range; Northern State: 8-for-19.
  • Rebounds: Northern State 41, Chadron State 33.
  • Turnovers: Chadron State 7, Northern State 16.
Yes, But

The Eagles protected the ball and shot better from 3-point range, but Northern State was more accurate overall and controlled the boards. Chadron State also made just 18 of 28 free throws, leaving points on the table in a three-point loss.

What’s Next

Chadron State plays West Texas A&M on Friday and Texas A&M-International on Saturday at a neutral-site tournament hosted by Oklahoma Baptist in Shawnee, Oklahoma.

Bottom Line

Chadron State showed it could stay competitive on the road, but better free-throw shooting and rebounding could be decisive in close games.