Brooks & Branson win battle for Warriors



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Westmont defeated CSU San Bernardino 97-90 on Tuesday night in the Warriors’ home opener. Here, Warriors senior Niko Brooks puts Westmont up 96-90 in the final minute with this break-away layup. Brooks led four Warriors in double figures with 22 points. (James Crosby Photos)

Preston Branson vs. CSU San Bernardino

Westmont senior Preston Branson drives through the Coyotes’ defense for a layup in the second half. Branson scored 19 points on 7-of-14 shooting and played a team-high 36 minutes.

Sophomore Daniel Carlin puts in a layup as CSU San Bernadino’s Joshua Gouch defends in the first half. Tuesday’s game was Carlin’s first in Murchison Gym as the Australian is a newcomer to the team.