Russell Larson scored 22 points and grabbed nine rebounds to lead the BYU Cougars to the championship of the Cable Car Classic with a 76-55 victory over Santa Clara Saturday.

BYU, who led by only six, 35-29, at the half but opened the second half with a 23-10 spurt that put them in charge for good.Larsen, who scored 25 points in BYU's win over San Jose Friday night, was named tournament MVP.

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The Cougars improved their preseason record to 9-3 and will open up the WAC season Tuesday against Utah.

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