Cougars clamp down on Chargers

Ventura’s perfect Channel League record was never in danger on Friday night, as the Cougars used a big first half to outpace Dos Pueblos 55-42.

Robert Cid recorded a game-high 15 points for Dos Pueblos, but it was Ventura who surged to a 37-20 halftime lead.

Dylan Houck led four Cougars in double digits with 14 points.

Ventura ups its record to 6-0 in league and 18-2 overall while the Chargers fall to 3-3, 10-8.

Jay Larinan posted 11 points and eight rebounds for Dos Pueblos. Christopher Williams tallied eight points.

Dos Pueblos moves on to a Monday matchup with Buena (4-2).