Water Polo:
Damien won its seventh consecutive game on Friday.
Most importantly, the Spartans also extended their 2026 season.
And DHS did so in dramatic fashion.
After CIF-SS Division 2 playoff wins over Upland (14-8) and Dana Hills (13-11), Damien traveled to La Habra in the quarterfinal round.
The Spartans headed home with an 11-10 victory.
With a one-goal lead in the waning seconds, DHS goalie Brennon Dallas blocked a Highlanders three-second shot to secure the win.
Dallas finished with nine saves and three steals.
Diego Solis led the DHS offense with four goals.
Kiki Gore provided three goals and four steals.
Madden Redfern contributed a pair of goals in the win.
Two freshman, David Vicario and Niko Echieverria scored one goal apiece.
Up next: The Spartans will host Murrieta Valley on Tuesday evening at 5 in the semifinal round of the playoffs.
The Nighthawks (28-7) cruised to a 12-6 victory at Redondo Union in their quarterfinal round showdown.
Records: Damien (26-9); La Habra (20-9)
CIF-SS Division 2 Scores:
Murrieta Valley 12, Redondo Union 6
Damien 11, La Habra 10
St. John Bosco 10, El Segundo 9
Crescenta Valley 13, Alta Loma 10
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Tuesday’s D-2 Semifinal Schedule:
Murrieta Valley at Damien
Crescenta Valley at St. John Bosco
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