Local sports teams battling for divisional championships: Two girls' basketball teams, a boys' team, and a girls' soccer squad from the area are all aiming to secure their divisional titles.
Two Local High School Basketball Teams to Compete in CIF-SS Championship Games
On Friday, February 19, 2025, two local high school basketball teams will be vying for championship titles in the CIF Southern Section (CIF-SS). The Cerritos High School girls basketball team will face Mark Keppel High in the Division 3AA championship game, while La Mirada High girls basketball team will battle Pilibos High in the Division 4A championship game.
Cerritos High School's Journey to the Championship
The Cerritos High School girls basketball team has had an impressive run this season, winning nine straight games and 12 of its last 13 contests. The Matadores, co-champions of the Prep League, have not lost since December 28.
The probable starters for the game include seniors Ambar Multani and Miya Scammahorn, juniors Cameron Lacorte and Mady Macaraeg, and sophomore Kalana Nguyen. Cerritos head coach Marcus Chinen attributes the team's success to the hard work of the players.
Mark Keppel High's Impressive Streak
Mark Keppel High is also in the championship game and has won 15 straight games. Two top players for Mark Keppel that Cerritos will focus on are Keira Kamida and Maile Tamaki.
La Mirada High's Championship History
La Mirada High is the Mid-Cities League champions and is no stranger to playing for a divisional title. The Matadores are back for the fifth time in the championship game, all coming since 2008. Half of La Mirada's games have been decided by a goal with the team going 7-6 in those games.
The Boys Soccer Championship Game
In addition to the basketball championship games, the Division 7 boys soccer championship game will feature Pasadena Poly High and John Glenn High.
Pilibos High's League Finish and La Mirada's Playoff Victories
Pilibos High is located in the Little Armenia neighborhood and finished in third place in the Liberty League. La Mirada has posted playoff victories over #23 Mayfield High, #7 South Pasadena High, #31 Beaumont High, and #30 Redlands East Valley High.
Glenn High's Soccer History
Glenn has had six winning seasons since the 2001-2002 campaign and has gone through 11 head coaches in the past 27 seasons. Luis-David Enciso is in his third season as the head coach and has a record of 28-32-7.
The Division 3AA and Division 4A Championships
The CIF Southern Section Division 3AA and Division 4A championship games are set to take place at Toyota Arena at 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM respectively. The games promise to be exciting and competitive, with both teams showcasing their skills and determination to win.
[1] CIF-SS Division 3AA Championship Game
[2] CIF-SS Division 4A Championship Game
[3] Cerritos High School Athletics
[1] Local sports enthusiasts are eagerly looking forward to the CIF-SS Division 3AA Championship Game on February 19, 2025, where Cerritos High School and Mark Keppel High will go head-to-head, promising an eventful evening of community news and sports.
[2] In addition, the CIF-SS Division 4A Championship Game also promises excitement, as La Mirada High faces Pilibos High. This event marks another instance of important local sports events shaping the community news.
[3] Throughout the season, Cerritos High School's impressive journey, marked by a stellar run and nine straight victories, has been a highlight in the local sports scene, a testament to the hard work and dedication of the team.
