Deshawn Carty was in goal for Central in its shutout.
(Dunn Area Sports Photo/Paul Burgett)

Harnett Central scored three goals in the second half to defeat host South Johnston, 3-0, in a nonconference varsity boys soccer match on Wednesday night.

Adrian Ortiz gave Central a 1-0 lead on a cross from Kevin Aparina Tolentino in the 42nd minute.

Dariel Tamayo registered on a free kick in the 65th minute for a 2-0 advantage.

Ansor Lopez scored the final goal with an assist from Aparina Tolentino in the 72nd minute.

South Johnston (1-2-1) hosts Rolesville on Monday at 6 p.m. Central (1-1) travels to Cleveland on Monday for a match at 6:30 p.m.

Adrian Ortiz (9) comes away from the first goal of the match.
(Dunn Area Sports Photo/Paul Burgett)

Dariel Tamayo scores on a free kick for Central.
(Dunn Area Sports Photo/Paul Burgett)

Azzael Contreras (6) pushes the attack for South Johnston.
(Dunn Area Sports Photo/Paul Burgett)