The Chadron State men's wrestling team defeated Western Colorado in Gunnison, Colorado for the first time in 29 years Saturday night, winning 22-15. 

The Eagles started the dual with three straight victories, followed by five Western Colorado victories. Chadron State responded by winning the final two matches of the dual. 

At 125 pounds, Quade Smith put CSC up 6-0 early with a pin in 2:20. 

After a forfeit at 133 pounds by the Mountaineers, an Ethan Leake 13-4 major decision at 141 pounds gave CSC a 16-0 lead. 

The Mountaineers answered by winning the following five matches. The victories were four decisions and one major decision. 

With the score tied at 16 and heading the 197 pounds, the Eagles needed someone to step up. 

True freshman Dominic Joyce responded with a 9-4 decision after having his redshirt pulled. 

Leading 19-16, Mason Watt secured the victory with a 4-0 decision at 285 pounds. 

The Eagles return to action tomorrow in Grand Junction, Colorado against Colorado Mesa.