Santa Fe New Mexican

Boys basketball

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What happened: The Demons exploded for 23 points in the first quarter and built a 57-27 lead heading into the fourth over the Jaguars in a District 5-5A game in Toby Roybal Memorial Gymnasium. Santa Fe High showed plenty of balance, as 12 players scored. Santa Fe High secured a 20-win season for the third time in the past four seasons and clinched second place in the district.

Top players: Christian Herrera came off the bench to score a team-high 11 points — all in the second half. Rob Martinez scored all 10 of his points in the first half. Capital senior wing Anthony Alvez led all scorers with 25 points.

What’s next: Santa Fe High (20-4 overall, 7-2 in 5-5A) plays Albuquerqu­e Rio Grande at home Friday. Capital (10-15, 1-8) plays at home against Albuquerqu­e Manzano to finish the regular season.

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