SANTA FE, Argentina (Interstat) — Santa Fe used a dominant first quarter to secure an 89-68 victory over San Martin in Liga A basketball action Sunday at Angel P. Malvicino.

The hosts opened a 29-18 lead after one quarter and maintained a double-digit advantage the rest of the way. Franco Balbi led Santa Fe with 19 points, while Emiliano Basabe added 18 points and seven rebounds. Martin Cabrera contributed 13 points and five assists.

Victor Fernandez scored 11 points for San Martin, which fell to 15-18. Santa Fe improved to 11-21 behind balanced scoring and a strong start. Lautaro Berra Fernandez posted 10 points and nine rebounds in the loss for the visitors.