TIFFIN -- The Heidelberg Men's Basketball team dropped a 71-43 decision to Ohio Northern Wednesday night in OAC action at Seiberling Gymnasium.

The Polar Bears opened the game with a strong first half, building a 36-16 advantage at the break. 

Heidelberg struggled offensively in the opening period, shooting 20.8 percent from the field, while Ohio Northern capitalized on second-chance opportunities and points in the paint.

The Student Princes showed resilience after halftime, outscoring their first-half total by scoring 27 points in the second half. Riley Gossom led Heidelberg with eight points, while Brady Bosma added seven. Jarveil Gainey and Trey Killens each contributed five points off the bench.

Riley Gossom led Heidelberg with eight points and a team-high three blocks, while Brady Bosma added seven points. Marcos Vazquez directed the offense, leading the team with four assists.

Despite the improved second-half effort, Ohio Northern continued to extend its lead and maintained control for the remainder of the contest. Heidelberg finished the night shooting 27.1 percent from the field and 17.6 percent from three-point range.

Heidelberg moves to 11-8 overall and 5-5 in the conference and will look to bounce back in its next matchup.

UP NEXT: The Student Princes travels to Muskingum for an Ohio Athletic Conference doubleheader with the women's team. Tip-off for the men's game is set for 1 p.m.