PHOTOS: Kennedy holds on for victory over Segerstrom in league opener

Gavin DeGuzman and Leonard Pasadas of Kennedy put pressure on Segerstrom’s Ricky Carballea. (Photos courtesy Mark Bausman).

Kennedy High School’s boys basketball team opened Orange Coast League play Friday night defeating visiting Segerstrom 51-46.

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Segerstrom's Chris Gutiérrez is defended by Kennedy's Aiden Calara and No. 5 Gavin DeGuzman.

Segerstrom's Aaron Escalera goes the ball up over Kelvin Paul of Kennedy.

Kennedy's Kai Wilson goes up for a score.

Segerstrom's Ricky Carballea heads to the basket as Kennedy's Leonard Pasadas defends.

Segerstrom's Elijah Harrizon goes up for a shot.

Kennedy's Jaiden Cooks attempts a buzzer beater, as Nick Cervantes and Ricky Carballea of Segerstrom apply pressure.

Kennedy Coach Jose Alvarez leads his squad.

Segerstrom Coach Rex Gonzales give direction to Nick Cervantes.

Kai Wilson of Kennedy takes a shot as Segerstrom's Elijah Harrizon defends.

Kai Wilson led Kennedy (17-4, 1-0) with 14 points.

Segerstrom (8-9, 0-1) was led by Ricky Carballea who had 11 points. Elijah Harrizon added 10 points and Nick Cervantes nine points for the Jaguars.

Segerstrom’s next game is Wednesday, Jan. 8 at home vs. Orange. Kennedy hosts Ocean View on Wednesday.