(Sunday) Whittier 86, UC Santa Cruz 72

On Sunday, Whittier defeated host UC Santa Cruz 86-72 despite two standout performances from northern California-connected talents for the Slugs:

* Freshman Will (Casa Grande High) Crain went for 24 points on 11-16 shooting and added four rebounds, two assists and a pair of blocked shots

* Sam (Vacaville High) Gabbard totaled 18 points powered by 7-12 shooting and added 14 boards for a double-double