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Helix Claims Hills League Title with Tiebreaking Victory Over Grossmont

Brian Valadez scores 17 points for Scotties in emotional game that honored Hillers coach Murphy.

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Brian Valadez scored 17 points to lead Helix 54-43 over host Grossmont in a basketball game that broke a tie at the top of the Grossmont Hills League standings. The title-deciding game followed a moment of silence for Foothillers football coach Ron Murphy, who died early Valentine’s Day. His family was present for the event. Helix also saw scoring from Xavier Jones and Kaelen Mitchell (11 points each), Kene Anigbogu (5), William Mildenhall (4), Romario Wilson (3) and Derrick Chandler (2).

Game high scorer was Grossmont’s Robby Nesovic, with 23 points. The Hillers also got help from Derek Rustich (14) Austin Swisher (4) and Bilal Rahi (2). Coach John Singer’s Highlanders boosted their league record to 8-2, while Frank Foggiano’s Foothillers finished at 7-3, with a spot possible in the CIF playoffs.

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