Christopher started and stayed strong to pick up the win in its final home game of the season.
The Cougars boys basketball team topped Salinas 60-49, snapping a 10-game skid in the process.Â
Christopher jumped out to a 34-17 lead at the half, but had a little trouble finding its footing after the break. It was outscored by 11, but its early lead helped hold off a Salinas comeback.Â
Shane Suttles led the offense with 22 points, including three 3-pointers. Miika Smith added 14 points, while Alex Pacheco scored eight and Evan Shapiro had seven.
The Cougars (9-14 overall, 2-9 in league) will close out the regular season with a 7 p.m. game at Seaside Friday.
Hawks breeze past Anzar
The Oakwood boys basketball team finished the regular season with an 81-29 win over Anzar at home Tuesday.
The Hawks (22-2 overall, 10-0 in league) led 49-14 at half and cruised the rest of the way.
Nate Schilling led all scorers with 17 points, followed by Zac Jenkins with 14. Miles Batey posted 13 as did Justin Mortensen. Youssef Eshra added 12.
The Hawks have scored 1,672 points this year while only giving up 870. They are averaging 70 points a game while allowing only 35 on average. Oakwood’s CCS playoff seeding will be determined this weekend.
