Corpus Christi Veterans Memorial couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They took a hard 48-34 fall against the Harlingen Cardinals on Friday. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Eagles of the 63-55 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in December of 2023.
Corpus Christi Veterans Memorial lost despite a true team effort on the offense, the best among them being Savannah Rencher, who had six points in addition to six rebounds and two steals. Kianie Sargent was another key player, scoring six points.
Harlingen found their leader in sophomore Sarah Sanusi, who made all 9 shots she took racking up 19 points plus five rebounds and two steals. Another player making a difference was Amaris Martinez, who posted nine points in addition to six assists and two steals.
Corpus Christi Veterans Memorial has already played their next game, a 43-30 loss against San Benito on the 2nd. Harlingen has also already played their next matchup, a 60-25 win against Clemens on the 2nd.
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