Ceres High Girls Basketball Secures First Playoff Win in 19 Years

Ceres High's girls basketball team celebrated a significant milestone by winning their first playoff game in 19 years, defeating Los Banos 48-30 in the quarterfinals of the Sac-Joaquin Section Division-III Playoffs. Head coach Megan McGill praised her team's talent, which she felt was not reflected in their tenth seed. The Bulldogs showcased their skills with standout performances from Lilly Staggs, who scored 20 points, and Sovannary Carter, contributing 10 points. In other high school basketball news, the CIF State playoffs have commenced, featuring competitive matchups across various divisions, while Los Gatos High School's girls team secured its second Central Coast Section title in three years, overcoming a challenging start to their season. Additionally, Cerritos High faced a tough loss in the CIF-Southern Section Division 3AA Championship, marking their third divisional championship defeat in four years. These developments highlight the competitive nature of high school basketball as teams vie for success in their respective playoffs.