CAYCE, S.C. – South Carolina Central Christian College used a strong second-half performance to defeat Lighthouse Christian College 95-67 in men’s college basketball action Saturday.

South Carolina Central (1-2) led 40-22 at halftime and maintained its advantage behind several double-digit scorers.

Riley Durant led S4C with 23 points, while Tyrek Dawson added 18. Nazir Sample contributed 14 points.

Lighthouse (0-1) was led by Derek George, Jr. with 19 points. Nick Penn added 12, and Jerrod Gee finished with 11.

The Makos improved offensively after halftime, scoring 45 points, but the Gladiators’ balanced scoring attack proved too much for Lighthouse to overcome.

The game was an early season showcase between the NSAC opponents but does not count in the conference standings. Lighthouse continues its northern tour Sunday at Barber-Scotia.