Santa Barbara’s Jasper Johnson scored nine points in Friday’s loss to Rio Mesa. (Photo by Gary Kim)

The Santa Barbara boys basketball team fell to Rio Mesa 64-56 on Friday in a non-league matchup at home.

Bryce Warrecker scored 14 points to lead the way for the Dons, who rallied to take a halftime lead but were outscored 33-24 in the second half.

Aiden Douglas added 11 points for Santa Barbara.

This is the second straight loss for the Dons after a strong start to the season. Santa Barbara hosts Ventura in their Channel League opener on Wednesday.

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