The North Platte Community College Knights extended their home winning streak to 30 after defeating Midland University Junior Varsity 101-62 Friday night at the McDonald – Belton gymnasium.

“We had a pretty good effort tonight.  We challenged them the last couple days in practice and the first eight or nine minutes, the defensive intensity was pretty good.” according to Knights head coach, Kevin O’Connor.  The Knights jumped out to a 24-7 lead with twelve and a half minutes left in the first half and maintained the lead the remainder of the half leading 45-30.

In the second half, the Knights continued their defensive intensity and opened the game up and led as much as 46 points during the second half.

The Knights were led in scoring by freshman Shyquinn Dix, who came off the bench and led all scorers with 18 points.  The Knights had four other players that ended in double figures:  Cameron Williams, 17, Matt Thomas, 16, Tyree Peter, 14, and Marco Pascolo, 13.

Peter and Pascolo also grabbed 8 and 7 rebounds respectively.

Midland was led by Tyler Ripperger with 9 points.

The Knights take to the road on Tuesday, November 18, travelling to Dodge City Community College.  Tip-off will be at 7:00.  The game can be heard on ESPN 1410 or online at www.northplattepost.com.