Big Valley Christian had to kick off their season on the road on Monday, but they showed no ill effects. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 69-67 win over the River Islands Riptide.
Big Valley Christian's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Titus Boone, who posted 17 points in addition to eight steals and seven assists. Austin Lung was another key player, dropping a double-double on 14 points and 12 rebounds.
Big Valley Christian smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 18 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive rebounds in 20 consecutive matches dating back to last season.
River Islands lost despite a true team effort on the offense, the best among them being Idrees ElFarra, who almost dropped a double-double on 20 points and nine assists. Another player making a difference was Euan Costales, who earned 12 points plus four steals.
River Islands' loss dropped their record down to 1-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. A feisty cat fight will be fought when the Big Valley Christian Lions challenge the Sonora Wildcats at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for River Islands, they will head out to face off against Lathrop at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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