INDEPENDENCE, Kan. (Interstat) — The Cowley Tigers rode a dominant first half to a 101-83 men’s junior college basketball victory over the Independence Pirates on Wednesday night.

Cowley established a commanding 50-34 lead after the first quarter and maintained its offensive efficiency throughout. The Tigers shot 63.2% from the floor, led by Chase Robinson’s 24 points. Kyden Thompson added 11 assists.

Independence, which fell to 12-12, was led by David Wilson’s 23 points and a 16-point, 16-rebound performance from Lonnie Bass Jr. The Pirates struggled from the field, shooting just 35.3%.

The victory improves Cowley’s season record to 16-10.