Santa Ana Edges Riverside in Defensive Junior College Clash

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (Interstat) — Santa Ana survived a late rally to edge Riverside 64-62 in a California Community College men’s basketball game Wednesday.

The Dons built a 64-60 lead in the final minute before the Tigers scored the game’s final two points on free throws. Both teams struggled offensively, with Santa Ana shooting 36.5% from the floor and Riverside shooting 32.4%. The Dons’ efficiency from three-point range, hitting 6 of 15, provided a critical margin.

Illinois Bidima Jemminez led Santa Ana with 12 points and 10 rebounds. For Riverside, PJ Pounds had 10 points, 14 rebounds and four blocks. The Dons improved to 16-2, while the Tigers fell to 10-8.