In a dominant performance, UC Irvine triumphed over UC Riverside with a final score of 81-57 on Saturday evening.
Justin Hohn was a standout player for the Anteaters, putting up an impressive 17 points in the match and also grabbing five rebounds.
Myles Che supported the team with 16 points, demonstrating excellent accuracy as he connected on 3 of 6 shots from the field and was notably effective from the free-throw line, making 10 of his 12 attempts.
Che also showcased his playmaking ability by dishing out seven assists.
Devin Tillis contributed significantly as well, scoring 14 points and shooting 5 of 11 from the field, including 2 of 5 from beyond the arc.

On the other side of the court, Barrington Hargress emerged as the leading scorer for the Highlanders with a total of 20 points.
His effort was complemented by Isaiah Moses, who chipped in with eight points, while Kaleb Smith added seven points to the team’s tally.
This victory improved UC Irvine’s record to 13-2 overall and solidified their strong start in the Big West Conference, as they now stand at 3-0 in conference play.
Meanwhile, UC Riverside holds a 10-6 record and a competitive 3-1 in the conference.
The Anteaters’ strong team performance was key to their success in this matchup, highlighting their potential as serious contenders in the league this season.