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MUSKEGON–
Vern Nash III scorched the nets for 42 points in the Muskegon Community College men’s 84-75 win over Delta Community College.

Delta Community College won the first match-up so the Jayhawks were looking for some payback on their home court.

MCC had to change their starting lineup again on Wednesday evening with starting point guard Jarvin Graham (Chicago, IL) not able to play due to an ongoing leg injury.

MCC head coach Gene Gifford, usually who prefers man-to-man defense, went with a zone defense in the first half. The strategy was successful in the first half with Delta going 0-of-9 from beyond the arc. 

The Jayhawks led 43-29 at the half as Nash III led the way with 19 first-half points.

The visitors held the scoring advantage in the second half, 46-41    

Nash III also contribute three rebounds, two steals and three assists. Jadakiss Lewis tossed in 13 points, dished out four assists, came up with three steals and grabbed a pair of rebounds. Zalio Harris contributed 10 points while hauling down a team-leading 13 rebounds. Logan Manciu chipped in six points, 11 rebounds and two assists.
 
The Jayhawks (9-13, 3-5) will travel to Alpena Community College at 3 p.m.