The Cypress High boys basketball team opened Empire League play with a win over Pacifica, and a loss to Tustin. The Griffins defeated Pacifica, 50-33, but fell to Tustin on Monday, 62-44. The Centurions play at Valencia on Friday, at 7 p.m. Pictured, Brad Belshe of Cypress High (white jersey) powers his way around Pacifica defender Thomas Huynh during CHS’s league opener Jan. 13.