Evergreen Valley had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They skirted past the Lynbrook Vikings 41-39. That's more bragging rights for the Cougars, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Evergreen Valley's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Diya Dharmashankar, who scored nine points in addition to two steals. Daven Woodham was another key player, almost dropping a double-double on nine points and nine rebounds.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. A feisty cat fight will be fought when the Evergreen Valley Cougars challenge the Santa Cruz Cardinals at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Lynbrook, they will take on Castilleja in a tournament on Thursday.
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