Southridge dropped its season opener to the Mead Panthers 45-63 in Kennewick.

The Suns held at two-point advantage after the first quarter, but the Panthers were able to outscore Southridge 16-8 in the second quarter and never looked back. Jose Tijerina scored 13 points and was 4×4 from the free-throw line to lead the Suns. Nick Williamson added 10 points in the effort.