The 2025-26 Big 3 Conference basketball season kicked off last night, with the home court teams prevailing. The Brockton boys defeated visiting Durfee, 52-36, while the host Durfee girls prevailed, 50-32 over the Lady Boxers.

In the girls action, the Hilltoppers were led by Jasiya Norwood with 17 points. Tajeaya Sterling added 14 points, while Skyla Coward chipped in with 8 points.

For the Lady Boxers sophomore Kendall O’Brien led the way with 9 points, 6 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 block and 3 steals. Other key contributors for Brockton were:

Layla Rivera 9 points, 3 rebounds, 2 blocks, 2 steals
Aymma Semedo 7 points, 7 rebounds, 6 steals
Victoria Colombo 2 points, 11 rebounds, 1 assist, 4 steals
Jayla Bonds 3 points, 1 rebound, 2 assists, 1 steal
Seliyah Holland 2 points, 1 rebound, 1 steal

On the boys side, Durfee’s Jaheim Calixte had a strong game with 15 points and 15 rebounds. Rashad Williams added 6 points, while Marvins Antonie and Sir Morales chipped in with 5 points each.

Big 3 conference hoop action continues when Brockton and New Bedford square off on January 13. The Brockton boys will again be at home, while the Lady Whalers will host the girls match-up.