(Interstat) — Trinity Valley survived a late surge to defeat Monroe 78-75 in overtime Monday in a men’s junior college basketball game. The Cardinals, led by Armani Henderson’s 15 points, nine rebounds and seven assists, improved to 29-5. The Mustangs fell to 18-5 despite 19 points from Naceiar Kirksey.

Monroe led 67-60 at halftime but scored only eight points in the third quarter, allowing Trinity Valley to force overtime. The Cardinals’ superior efficiency, shooting 47.7% from the floor to Monroe’s 31%, proved decisive. Monroe hit 16 three-pointers to stay close, but Trinity Valley dominated the rebounding battle 48-34 to secure the win.