Santa Margarita Prepares for Trinity League Showdown with Win Over Eastvale Roosevelt
Santa Margarita continued its preparation for the upcoming Trinity League season with a 65-49 win over defending state Open Division champion Eastvale Roosevelt at JSerra on Friday night. The Eagles, now 18-2, have one final tuneup game against Fairfax at St. Francis on Saturday before facing St. John Bosco at home on January 9. Led by Drew Anderson’s 19 points and 10 rebounds, Kaiden Bailey’s 14 points, and Brayden Kyman’s 13 points, Santa Margarita almost lost a big lead in the second half but managed to prevail.
The game started with the Eagles taking a commanding 16-2 lead, setting the tone for the rest of the night. This win showcases Santa Margarita’s strength and readiness for the Trinity League, which is expected to be highly competitive. With their sights set on the league title, the Eagles are gearing up for a crucial matchup against St. John Bosco, a team known for its strong basketball program.
Other Notable Games
Harvard-Westlake secured a 67-50 win over JSerra, thanks to Joe Sterling’s 23 points, including 11 in the third quarter, which helped the Wolverines pull away. Pierce Thompson added 13 points, while Dominique Bentho contributed 12 points and 12 rebounds. JSerra’s Jaden Biles scored 26 points, and Earl Bryson added 19. St. Francis also had a strong performance, with center Cherif Millogo posting 18 points, 11 rebounds, 10 blocks, and eight assists in a 58-41 win over Fairfax.
In other games, Seattle Rainier Beach defeated Mater Dei 75-67, with Tyran Stokes scoring 26 points for Rainier Beach. Servite picked up a 76-72 win over Rolling Hills Prep, while Campbell Hall secured a 61-54 victory over Arcadia, led by Ean Britt’s 21 points. Inglewood’s Jason Crowe Jr. scored 50 points in a 112-57 win over St. Paul, and Redondo Union’s Chace Holley scored 41 points in an 89-54 win over Santa Barbara.
Girls Basketball Highlights
Ontario Christian remained undefeated with a 100-49 win over Carondelet, led by Tatianna Griffin’s 32 points and 11 rebounds, and Kaleena Smith’s 29 points. Brentwood handed Thousand Oaks its second loss of the season with a 73-50 win, as Reena White scored 21 points. Lexi Joko scored a career-high 26 points for Troy in a 59-42 league-opening win over Sonora.
These games showcase the high level of competition in Southern California high school basketball, with many teams gearing up for their respective league seasons. As the season progresses, fans can expect intense matchups and exciting performances from these talented teams. For more information on these games and the upcoming Trinity League season, visit Here
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