BREAKING: The CIF-Southern Section playoffs for girls basketball and soccer kicked off with intense competition on February 12, as 13 teams from the High Desert region secured their spots in the second round. Six basketball teams and five soccer teams will continue their playoff journeys this Saturday, with six thrilling matchups scheduled in the High Desert.
In basketball, Mira Costa edged out Oak Hills with a nail-biting score of 45-39. The Bulldogs fought hard, led by Bella Rincon, who scored 21 points. However, a tough second quarter saw them fall behind, ultimately leading to their elimination from the Division 1 playoffs. Mira Costa will face Valencia, which dominated Chino 76-44.
In another dramatic clash, Silver Valley stunned the No. 2 seed, Valley Christian, with a final score of 54-51. Naomi Durrah delivered an impressive performance, scoring 35 points. The Trojans will host Warren, who triumphed over Fontana 50-37.
At the Division 7 playoffs, Barstow defeated Coastal Christian 47-45 with a standout performance from Emily Franco, who notched 25 points. They will advance to face Burroughs, who won against Chaffey 40-32.
Meanwhile, University Prep held off Anaheim with a close 40-38 victory, thanks to Camila Zapeta‘s game-winning shot with just 19 seconds remaining. The Jaguars will host Norwalk, who defeated Elsinore 44-36.
In soccer, Granite Hills triumphed over Culver City with a score of 4-2, powered by a four-goal performance from Lianna Tsabur. The Cougars will face Temescal Canyon, who won 3-0 against Santa Fe.
Riverside Prep cruised to a decisive 5-0 victory over Gahr, led by Jimena Nunez, who scored two goals. The Silver Knights will travel to meet Segerstrom, victorious against Palmdale 2-0.
Additionally, Adelanto secured a convincing 3-0 win against Temecula Prep, marking their third consecutive advancement to the second round. They will host Beverly Hills, which triumphed in penalty kicks.
These latest developments showcase the heart and determination of High Desert teams as they compete for playoff glory. Fans are eagerly anticipating the next round, with many eyes on the upcoming matchups that promise further excitement and drama. Stay tuned for more updates as the CIF-SS playoffs continue!
