HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, Ky. (Interstat) — Cleveland State built a large halftime lead and withstood a furious third-quarter rally to defeat Northern Kentucky 69-61 in a Horizon League women’s basketball game Saturday at Regents Hall.

The Vikings led 40-25 at halftime before the Norse stormed back with a 26-point third quarter to close within four points. Cleveland State steadied itself in the final period to secure the road victory. Izabella Zingaro led all players with 25 points and 15 rebounds for the Vikings. Colbi Maples also scored 25 points for Cleveland State, which improved to 17-7.

Northern Kentucky, which fell to 10-14, was led by Mya Meredith with 17 points. The Norse shot just 33.3% from the field. Attendance was 1,162.