Cabrillo College Basketball Triumphs Over Foothill in 77-73 Clash

The Cabrillo College men’s basketball team secured a hard-fought victory against Foothill College, winning 77-73 in a Coast Conference South Division matchup on March 15, 2024. This win marked the end of the first round of conference play, further solidifying Cabrillo’s position as a strong contender in the league. With this victory, the Seahawks improved their record to 16-6 and currently sit in second place in the division, trailing only San Jose City, which boasts an impressive 17-5 record.

Key Performers Lead the Way

Sophomore forward Mike Carson emerged as a standout player, contributing 17 points to the team’s total. His performance was complemented by fellow sophomore Skylarr Redwood, who made three crucial three-pointers in the second half, finishing with 16 points. The Seahawks showed resilience following a significant win against West Valley, managing to stay focused and maintain momentum as they faced a talented Foothill squad.

Despite trailing 43-42 at halftime, Cabrillo regrouped and executed a strong second-half performance. Seahawks coach James Page acknowledged the challenge posed by Foothill, noting their impressive roster of 11 sophomores and high level of coaching. “To be able to handle them on the road, after a big win last week, in a really fun environment — their crowd was great — just keeps showing the resilience and the togetherness of this group,” Page stated.

In addition to Carson and Redwood, freshmen guards Damani Wilkerson and Daniel Powers each added eight points, with Powers achieving a perfect record at the free-throw line. On the opposing side, Gavin Cox led the Owls with 14 points, while teammates Wyatt Sparling and Jalen Joyce contributed 12 and 11 points, respectively.

Upcoming Challenges for Cabrillo

The Seahawks will look to build on their success as they prepare to host Monterey Peninsula on Friday at 5:30 p.m. This upcoming game presents a crucial opportunity for Cabrillo to further solidify their position in the Coast Conference standings.

In other noteworthy local sports events, the Harbor Pirates defeated Aptos with a score of 2-0. Senior Phinn Hilton opened the scoring in the 24th minute, with Kelvin Ramos adding a second goal in the 80th minute. The Pirates remain unbeaten in their league play, demonstrating strong defensive capabilities with goalie Max Cuevas earning his eighth clean sheet of the season.

Meanwhile, in high school soccer, Santa Cruz High School achieved a decisive 10-0 victory over San Lorenzo Valley. Senior Desmond Boutelle was a standout player, scoring three goals and bringing his season total to 16. The Cardinals produced their highest offensive output of the season, with multiple players contributing to the goal tally.

As the season progresses, teams across the league will continue to vie for positioning, making each match increasingly significant. Coaches and players are encouraged to report scores and highlights to local sports news outlets to ensure comprehensive coverage of the season’s developments.