Southeast Christian Crushes DBCU 86-61

LEESBURG, Fl. – Lomar Sparrow scored 24 points to lead Southeast Christian to an 86-61 win over Daytona Beach Christian on Saturday.

SECC led 38-27 at the half and continued to pull away after the break. It was the Eagle’s first victory over the Seraphim.

“So proud of our men tonight,” said SECC head coach Dwayne Walker. “This was a great win over a program that taught us a lesson twice last season.”

Southeast (5-4) also got 13 points each from Coy Sizemore and Karlton Walton with 10 points from Julius Nelson.

SECC now breaks for the Thanksgiving holiday and jumps back into NSAC action December 6 hosting Millennia Atlantic.

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Lighthouse Avenges Earlier Loss to MDCC 89-79

MILTON, Fl. – Lighthouse Christian used a dominant second half to pull away from Mississippi Delta for an 89–79 win Saturday.

Mako guard Eddie Brown, recovering from a cold, led all scorers with 29 points on 9-of-16 shooting and added six rebounds and eight assists in a standout all-around effort. JB Wiltz added 15 points and five rebounds, while Brent Royal chipped in 11 points as Lighthouse hit nine 3-pointers and shot 32 of 71 from the field.

After trailing 41–35 at the break, the Makos erupted in the second half, outscoring MDCC 54–38 behind improved perimeter shooting and a 15-for-22 performance at the free-throw line. Lighthouse also forced 17 turnovers, turning several into transition buckets.

Mississippi Delta, which shot 33-of-82 and finished with a 46–37 rebounding edge, couldn’t match Lighthouse’s late efficiency from the arc and at the foul line.

Lighthouse (7-1) suffered its only loss of the season 81-76 to MDCC at Moorhead, Mississippi on November 10. LCC has never lost on its home floor in the program’s four-year history (37-0).

The Makos are now off until they open NSAC play at Westgate Christian in Houston, Texas on December 6.

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Carias Leads Balanced Offense as URBE Crushes UIC

MIAMI – Point guard Luis Carias scored 20 points, 16 of them in the first half, as URBE cruised past United International 100-64 in a nonconference contest Friday afternoon.

Hector Saavedra added 16 of his own for the Tigers, followed by Joseph Behrend with 14 including three shots from beyond the arc. Ethan Fernandez contributed 12.

Demarcus Barr led the Eagle Rays with 18.

With the win, UU improves to 5-1 0n the year. The Tiger varsity is off for the Thanksgiving break until they face the Florida Memorial JVs on December 10.

Peace Slips Past MACU 80-78

RALEIGH, N.C. — Elijah Green knocked down a three with 4:18 to play to push William Peace in front for the final time to edge out Mid‑Atlantic Christian 80‑78 in a tight Wednesday night nonconference matchup.

The Pacers leaned on a strong second half to pull away. Green led the way with 20 points and five rebounds, shooting 6‑12 from the floor and draining two 3‑pointers.

MACU (2-3) kept the pressure on throughout, with junior guard Keith Shakes Jr. posting 20 points on 9‑17 shooting. However, the Mustangs’ 20 percent clip from beyond the arc and 38 percent second‑half field goals hurt its chances.

There were five lead changes and six ties throughout the contest.

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Atlantis Overpowers Beacon 80-66 Behind Insaurralde’s Season Best Performance

MIAMI – Atlantis University improved to 5-2 overall and 2-0 in NSAC play with an 80-66 win over Beacon College on Saturday, driven by Santiago Insaurralde’s 26 points and a steady offensive rhythm that held from start to finish.

Atlantis entered the game looking to carry momentum from its recent road win, and the opening minutes showed a group ready to dictate pace. The Atlanteans shot with confidence early, building a 45-24 lead by halftime. Insaurralde set the tone with clean mid-range looks and strong finishes, and Ornie Brooks added timely scoring that kept Beacon from finding stability.

Beacon leaned on Tony Wade’s shot-making and Ernesto Hichez’s work on the glass, but Atlantis answered each run with controlled ball movement and calm half-court execution. Artem Sorokin added 17 points, spacing the floor and giving the Tridents another reliable option. Nikko Landon filled the stat sheet with rebounds, assists, and steady poise.

As the second half unfolded, Atlantis managed the game with maturity. Even when Beacon pushed with perimeter shooting, the Atlanteans stayed composed. Their 11 threes and 86 percent from the free-throw line sealed the outcome.

The 80 – 66 victory showed a team settling into its identity. With balanced scoring and disciplined decision-making, Atlantis continued to build strong momentum heading into its next stretch of games.

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Southeast Christian Thumps SFBC in OT, 76-71

LEESBURG, Fl. – Julius Nelson scored 24 points, including four in overtime, to lead Southeast Christian to a 76-71 non-conference win over South Florida Bible on Saturday.

The Leesburg product had a breakout night as the Eagles improve to 4-4 on the season.

SECC is back in action on Saturday, November 23 facing Daytona Beach Christian.

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Apprentice Gets Third Consecutive Win over Methodist

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — Apprentice rolled to an 88-77 win over Methodist University on Saturday, knocking off the NCAA Division 3 squad for the third straight year.

The Builders controlled the pace early, building a 43-31 lead by halftime thanks to efficient shooting, drilling 4 of 7 from three in the first half. AS pushed on in the second half, hitting 13 of 14 free throws and keeping the Monarchs at bay.

Junior guard Shamon Rosser starred for Apprentice, notching 21 points on 7-of-11 shooting, including a late surge in the first half that helped extend the lead. Fellow guard Devon Brown added 15 points and eight rebounds, while forward Wayne Hedgepath contributed 14 points and nine boards.

For Methodist, senior forward Dontavious Pettaway scored a team-high 17 on 6-of-8 shooting and grabbed five rebounds.

While Methodist trimmed the deficit to eight late in the second half, Apprentice responded quickly, using both the free-throw line and transition chances to maintain separation. The Builders scored 18 fast-break points, compared with only 12 for the Monarchs.

Apprentice defeated MU in each of the last two seasons and won five of the last seven against the Monarchs.

The Builders improve to 2-1 on the season while Methodist falls to 1-1.

Blazers Show Efficiency in Hard-Fought Loss at Fort Lauderdale

NORTH MIAMI, Fl. — The Beacon College Blazers men’s basketball team showcased efficient offense and teamwork on Tuesday night, but ultimately fell 82–72 on the road to the University of Fort Lauderdale.

Despite the final margin, the Blazers displayed balance and composure throughout the contest, battling back from an early deficit and continuing to build momentum in their young season. Beacon shot an impressive 50% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc, moving the ball well to generate high-quality looks. Ernesto Hichez led the way with a dominant 21 points, 13 rebounds, and six assists, marking another double-double performance and proving to be a steady interior presence.

Tony Wade and Tre’von Redd each added 13 points, with Wade contributing six assists and Redd connecting on three three-pointers while matching Wade’s assist total. Javeon Wells-Reddick continued his consistent play inside, finishing with 14 points, 10 rebounds, and five blocks, a strong two-way effort that energized the Blazers throughout the second half. Noah Wilhelm chipped in eight points and five rebounds, while Sean James added a perfect 1-for-1 from the floor off the bench.

The Blazers’ offensive rhythm kept them within striking distance all night, but UFTL’s hot shooting from deep (70% from three-point range) proved difficult to overcome. Beacon trailed 44–31 at halftime yet fought to outscore the Eagles in stretches of the second half, narrowing the gap with efficient ball movement and interior defense.

While the result didn’t go Beacon’s way, the Blazers’ 22 assists on 27 made field goals highlighted their unselfish play and continued growth.

The Blazers will look to regroup and build on their strong offensive showing as they travel to
face Atlantis University on Saturday, November 15th, in an NSAC matchup.

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URBE Takes Early Lead in NSAC Standings

LEESBURG, Fl. – New South Athletic Conference newcomer URBE University has gotten off to a fast start, getting two wins in its first two conference games to stand alone in the standings just a week into the season.

The URBE Tigers and Beacon College Blazers opened the season in unforgettable fashion at the NSAC Tip-Off Classic last Friday night, battling through a marathon 114–109 four-overtime showdown. Beacon displayed relentless determination, answering every URBE surge with clutch baskets down the stretch. Tre’von Redd led the charge early, tallying 28 points and hitting the game-tying shot at the end of regulation to send the contest into overtime.

In the first extra period, Javeon Wells-Reddick came up big, sinking a late bucket to tie the game once more and keep the Blazers’ hopes alive. As the battle wore on, Noah Wilhelm added to the drama with a fadeaway buzzer-beater at the end of the third overtime, forcing a fourth and final frame. Wilhelm finished with a strong 20-point performance, earning roars from the home crowd with his clutch shot-making.

But it was Tiger freshman Luis Carias who proved to be the workhorse of the night, slicing his way to 46 points to lead all scorers and his team to its first varsity victory in school history. Ernesto Hichez led all Beacon scorers with a stellar 32 points.

Then on Tuesday, Carias again led the URBE charge, scoring 21 points in a 65-48 road win over Southeast Christian.

Both teams were slow out of the gate, but the Tigers began to gain traction approaching the midpoint of the first half, jumping out to a 21-2 lead with just over eight minutes to play before halftime. It was then that the Eagles began to execute, reeling off 13 unanswered points to cut the lead to six, 21-15, with 3:58 remaining. URBE headed into intermission with a 31-21 lead.

But the second half resumed the Tigers’ torrid pace as they extended their lead to as many as 22, 47-25, with 12:53 to play. Once again, Southeast chipped away, trimming the deficit to nine with 3:12 to go, but could get no closer.

With the win, URBE improves to 2-0 and first place in conference play while SECC falls to 1-1 and 0-1 in conference play.

Thanks to Beacon College Athletics for their help with this story.