While most of the students at Bakersfield College will be enjoying Christmas vacation, the men and women’s basketball teams will continue to hit the hardwood over the winter break.
Women’s head coach Paula Dahl led her squad to its first home victory of the season Tuesday night as BC defeated Rio Hondo 61-59. Kristen Black led all scorers with 17 points.
Head coach George Nessman and the men’s team recorded a second place finish in the Merced Tournament Nov. 29-30. After competing in the Reedley tournament Friday and Saturday, the team will return to the Gil Bishop Sports Center to play L.A. Pierce on Tuesday at 5:30 p.m.
The women’s team will also play Pierce at home Tuesday. Game time is set for 7:30 p.m.