Perry Claims Victory Over Basha in Sold-Out “Battle for Val Vista”

In front of a packed crowd, Perry emerged victorious over Basha in the highly anticipated “Battle for Val Vista,” securing a 73-62 win. The rivalry game lived up to expectations, with intense back-and-forth action before Perry pulled away late behind dominant performances from Koa Peat, Bruce Branch III, and DeAndre Harrison.

A Tight Start in the Rivalry Clash

The energy inside the gym was electric as Perry and Basha took the court. Perry jumped out to a 13-8 lead early, but Basha responded, keeping the game close at 21-18 by the end of the first quarter.

In the second quarter, the game remained tight, with Basha briefly taking a 28-27 lead. However, Perry regained control before halftime, heading into the break with a narrow 33-32 advantage.

Perry’s Defense Takes Over in the Third

Coming out of halftime, Perry tightened up defensively, limiting Basha’s scoring opportunities. The defensive effort allowed them to build an eight-point lead midway through the third quarter at 43-35. By the end of the period, Perry held a 49-39 lead, putting them in a strong position heading into the final frame.

Perry Secures the Win

Basha attempted to rally in the fourth quarter, cutting the deficit to 58-51 at one point. However, Perry’s ability to control the glass and hit key shots down the stretch proved too much for Basha to overcome. With standout performances from their key players, Perry closed out the game strong, securing the 73-62 victory.

Standout Performances

• DeAndre Harrison (#13): 21 points, 12 rebounds – A dominant presence in the paint on both ends of the floor.

• Bruce Branch III (#3): 18 points, 7 rebounds – Provided key scoring and energy throughout the game.

• Koa Peat (#10): 17 points, 12 rebounds – Showed his versatility with strong scoring and rebounding efforts.

The Rivalry Lives On

The sold-out crowd got exactly what they came for—a hard-fought, emotional battle between two of the best teams in the area. Perry’s ability to control the boards and capitalize on second-chance opportunities played a huge role in their victory.

This latest chapter in the “Battle for Val Vista” belongs to Perry, but with both teams loaded with talent, this rivalry is far from over.