Brian Peabody

Head coach Brian Peabody signals for the defensive alignment over the head of guard Zach Evans during practice for the Pima Community College basketball team in 2015.

Brian Peabody’s Pima College men’s basketball team staged a compelling comeback Friday night against the defending NJCAA champions Salt Lake CC. The Aztecs lost 102-95 but might’ve identified two key (local) players that will help them contend for the ACCAC title and the 2017 playoffs: Salpointe gradΒ Emilio AcedoΒ made seven 3-pointers for a career-high 22 points, and former Cienega standoutΒ Isaiah Murphy, a freshman, scored a team-high 28. The Aztecs are entertaining; they’ve averaged 122 points through six games.Β 


Become a #ThisIsTucson member! Your contribution helps our team bring you stories that keep you connected to the community. Become a member today.