Austin-In the second game of the Bob Mason Classic for the Majors, Millsaps held off a late charge from the University of Dallas Crusaders for a 52-46 win. 

The Majors took control in the first half, leading by as many as 16 and taking a 32-18 lead into the half. 

The Crusaders charged back in the second half, shrinking the Majors lead to as little as one in the final minutes of the contest. 

The Majors defense, rose to the challenge and Millsaps iced the game. The Majors on the day held Dallas to just 25 percent shooting and forced 18 turnovers. 

Kevin Wilson had a great afternoon for the Majors, registering a double double with 10 points and 12 rebounds. Nick Cortese dished out five assists to help pace the offense. Tully Gilligan filled up the stat sheet with six points five rebounds and four steals. Sterling Thomas also put up double figures, registering 10 points to go along with six rebounds and three steals. 

The Majors open up their home slate on Tuesday as they are the nightcap of a double header with the Covenant College Scots. Tip time is tentatively set at 7:30pm and will start approximately 25 minutes after the conclusion of the women's game between the schools at 5:30pm. 

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