BOYS’ BASKETBALL ROUNDUP

Simi Valley 69, Newbury Park 55--Trailing by two points with 5:30 to play, visiting Simi Valley put together a 17-0 surge to pull away and take over sole possession of first place in the Marmonte League.

All five starters scored during the streak that included four consecutive baskets off turnovers. Simi Valley (15-2, 4-0) received 19 points from Branduinn Fullove, 18 from Dustin Villepigue and 15 from Brett Michel. Shaun Michel, who became the Pioneers’ career assists leader earlier in the week, also contributed with his passing and defense.

John Harris made four consecutive three-pointers in the third quarter to spark the Panthers (9-6, 3-1). He finished with 20 points.