GLENDORA, Calif. (Interstat) — The Citrus College Owls overwhelmed the Santa Monica College Corsairs 147-85 in a California Community College Athletic Association men’s basketball game Saturday.

The Owls, now 16-1, established a commanding lead with 79 points in the first quarter and never relented. The Corsairs, who fell to 5-13, scored 85 total points but were outpaced from the opening period. Key performances fueled the Citrus offense, led by JJ Sanchez. Makai Daniels was a standout for Santa Monica in the loss.

Citrus, which entered as an overwhelming favorite, maintained its dominant form. The teams are scheduled to meet again Feb. 11 in Santa Monica.