Elks Win In The Bay

VALLEJO, Calif. – In a high-stakes California Pacific Conference (Cal Pac) clash, the Stanton University Elks displayed remarkable resilience on Saturday, January 24, 2026, grinding out a 78-73 victory over the Cal Maritime Keelhaulers. This crucial win marks a significant step forward for the Elks as they navigate a demanding Northern California road swing.

The victory was hard-fought from the opening tip, with Stanton holding a slim 43-42 lead at halftime before outlasting the Keelhaulers in the second period. The Elks' ability to maintain composure under pressure was the difference-maker, especially as they balanced the intensity of conference play with challenging matchups against programs like UC Santa Cruz.

Top Performers

The Elks' offense was ignited by a career-defining performance from their veteran leadership and sharpshooting reserves:

• Duje Srzic: The standout of the night, Srzic was nearly unstoppable, leading all scorers with 25 points on an efficient 9-of-12 shooting from the floor. He was perfect from beyond the arc (3-3) and anchored the team's interior presence with 7 rebounds.

• Yasuhide Hino: A constant threat on both ends, Hino contributed 14 points, 5 rebounds, and 3 assists while logging 34 minutes of action.

• Ryan Stone: Providing a massive spark off the bench, Stone was lethal from downtown, hitting 4-of-5 three-pointers to finish with 12 points in just 13 minutes of play.

• Alex Stein: The steady hand in the backcourt, Stein notched 10 points and 3 assists, playing a team-high 35 minutes to navigate the Keelhaulers' defensive pressure.

A Statement Win

Facing a Cal Maritime team led by Nick Stone (26 points), the Elks proved they could handle high-pressure environments on the road. By securing this win, Stanton improves to 2-2 in Cal Pac play, signaling to the rest of the conference that they are a force to be reckoned with as the postseason race heats up.