Although Quintin Mason saw room for improvement, the Brenham High School head boys basketball coach won’t argue with Monday’s result.
The Cubs used a strong first half to build a big lead over La Grange, and held on despite a shaky second half to defeat the Leopards, 54-35, at Brenham High School.
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