SIOUX CITY, Iowa (Interstat) — The Dordt Defenders built a massive first-half lead and never looked back in a 90-61 men’s basketball victory over the Briar Cliff Chargers on Wednesday night. Dordt led 90-61 at halftime, propelled by efficient shooting.

Judson Henkel scored 20 points for the Defenders, while Ty Van Essen added 11 points and 10 rebounds. Dordt shot 56.5% from the field and made nine 3-pointers. Briar Cliff was held to 33.9% shooting, including just 4 of 29 from beyond the arc. Joshua Stevenson led the Chargers with 15 points.

Dordt improved to 5-5 overall, while Briar Cliff fell to 6-3.