Oxnard, CA — The Oxnard College Men's Basketball team delivered an exciting and hard-fought 76-70 win over their cross-county rivals, Ventura College, on January 29, 2025. This victory not only marks an important milestone in their season, but also shows strides in the county.
From the start, the game was a back-and-forth battle, with Ventura making a strong push in the second half. However, Oxnard's balanced offense and gritty defense ultimately prevailed. The Condors led at halftime 36-26, thanks to stellar performances from Myles Allison, who scored 23 points on 9-of-11 shooting, and Luke Ortiz, who added 15 points and 7 rebounds. The second half saw Ventura surge with a 44-point effort, but Oxnard's strong defense and timely scoring kept them at bay.
Key performances included:
- Myles Allison: 23 points, 1 rebound, and 1 assist on 9-of-11 shooting, including 2-of-2 from beyond the arc.
- Luke Ortiz: 15 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 assists.
- Theo Briscoe: 12 points, 3 rebounds, and 2 assists.
- Ruben Jimenez: 8 points off the bench, including 2 three-pointers.
Ventura's standout player was Kevin Hymes, who scored 20 points on an efficient 10-of-14 shooting. Despite their best efforts, Ventura couldn't overcome Oxnard's balanced scoring attack and defensive resilience.
With the win, Oxnard College improves to 11-5 (3-2 in the WSC) and continues to build momentum as they move deeper into the conference schedule. The team looks forward to continuing their strong performance and building on this impressive victory.
The Condors will return to action next Saturday at Allan Hancock College as they aim to keep the momentum going. Fans are encouraged to continue supporting the team as they strive for further success this season.
Go Condors!