THIBODAUX, La. (Interstat) — Texas-Rio Grande Valley used a dominant first half to secure a 92-72 men’s basketball victory over Nicholls State on Monday night at Stopher Gym.

The Vaqueros built a commanding 55-30 halftime lead behind efficient shooting, connecting on 63.5% from the field for the game. Jaylen Washington led all scorers with 26 points for Texas-Rio Grande Valley, which improved to 14-11 overall and in Southland Conference play.

Nicholls State, which got 20 points from Trae English, outscored the Vaqueros in the second half but never threatened the large deficit. The Colonels fell to 10-15.

Texas-Rio Grande Valley avenged a two-point loss to Nicholls State from Dec. 31. An announced crowd of 521 attended the conference game.