A big third quarter and Max Higginbotham's big night propelled the Cardinals past the Mustangs. 

The Cardinals were up 28-23 at halftime, but they erupted for 27 points in the third period. 

Webb City went up 20 at 52-32 on Higginbotham's four-point play late in the third quarter. The Cardinals never gave up their big lead in the final frame.

A senior guard, Higginbotham led Webb City with 29 points. He made eight 3-pointers and scored 19 points in the third period. 

Kaden Turner added 11 points for the Cardinals, while Isaiah Brisco, Dante Washington and Trey Roets added nine points apiece. The Cardinals, now 18-8, played without Cohl Vaden.