Charlie Houghton scored 11 of his 15 points in the second half as the Cougars defeated the Greyhounds in Dixfield.

The Cougars led by three points, 30-27, at halftime, then played better defense and rebounded better in the second half.

Houghton also pulled down 10 rebounds. Trent Holman added 10 points for Dirigo (3-2).

Mason Booker scored 11 points to lead Lisbon (0-4), while Owen Smith had 10 points.