Basketball/ Dec 10 2022

Bishop Amat Outlasts Glendora, 44-39, in Defensive Battle; Manuel Chavez Scores Game-High 12 Points For Lancers

Photos by Carlo Montalbo at i4pix.smugmug.com Boys Basketball: If you asked Bishop Amat’s Brandon Ertle or GHS’ Gordon Hamlow, both coaches would say Friday’s night’s showdown at the Glendora Tournament was anything but a thing of beauty. Both programs struggled offensively and there were more turnovers than either side would have wanted. But without question, Amat’s […]

By Brian Baiotto


Basketball/ Dec 10 2022

Day 5 at Glendora Tournament: Don Lugo, Ontario Christian, Diamond Bar & Bishop Amat Claim Victories

Boys Basketball: Don Lugo 58, Hesperia 44 Box Score: DL: 14-8-17-19-(58) H: 16-21-6-1-(44) Leading scorers: DL: Elijah Montijo 18, Samuel Chavez 14, Marshall Anderson 14 H: Mark Jones 15, Anthony Newman 11 Records: Don Lugo (4-3); Hesperia (4-3)   Ontario Christian 64, Temple City 44 Box Score: OC: 20-11-17-16-(64) TC: 8-12-10-14-(44) Leading scorers: OC: Cole […]

By Brian Baiotto


Basketball/ Dec 10 2022

Dior Brown’s Last-Second 3-Pointer Lifts Diamond Bar to 59-56 Victory Over San Dimas at Friday’s Glendora Tournament

Photos by Robert Ketterling Boys Basketball: Don’t let San Dimas’ 5-4 record deceive you. The Saints have proven they can play with most anyone. And Friday night at the Glendora Tournament was no different. SDHS played catch-up most of the night until Aaron Park’s two free-throws evened the game at 56-56. Diamond Bar (10-2), however, […]

By Brian Baiotto


Basketball/ Dec 09 2022

Colton Gray Scores 23 Points in GHS’ 69-66 Victory Over Ontario Christian in Glendora Tourney Pool Play

Photos by Carlo Montalbo at i4pix.smugmug.com Boys Basketball: Glendora used a six-point advantage in the fourth quarter to edge Ontario Christian on Thursday night. The Tartans are now 2-0 in pool play of their own tournament. GHS sophomore, Colton Gray, led the Tartans with 23 points. Ian Wong and Max Hilgenfeldt both had 10 points […]

By Brian Baiotto


Basketball/ Dec 09 2022

WCHS Rallies Back From 18-Point Deficit in 48-41 Victory Over John Glenn; Steven Julio Scores 25 Points for Bulldogs

Boys Basketball: There are defining moments in a solid team that a program looks back to. And for West Covina, that moment could be Wednesday night. The Bulldogs trailed by 18 points at the half to John Glenn. WCHS would storm back, however, including a 24-5 run in the fourth quarter to defeat the Eagles, […]

By Brian Baiotto


Basketball/ Dec 08 2022

Day 3 at Glendora Tournament: Diamond Bar Defeated Hesperia, 69-49, & Don Lugo Edged San Dimas, 54-52, on Wednesday Night

Boys Basketball: Day 3 of Glendora Tournament: Diamond Bar 69, Hesperia 48 Box Score: DB: 12-18-12-27-(69) H: 10-5-16-17-(48) Leading Scorers: DB: Malcolm Bell 27, Ethan Alfonso 14, Alex Kim 10 H: Mark Jones 14, Jessie Martinez 11 Records: Diamond Bar (9-2); Hesperia (4-2) Don Lugo 54, San Dimas 52 Box Score: SD: 11-13-18-10-(52) DL: 9-20-14-11-(54) […]

By Brian Baiotto


Basketball/ Dec 07 2022

Day 2 of Glendora Tournament: Hesperia Defeats SDHS, 64-50, & GHS Cruises to a 73-39 Victory Over Temple City

Boys Basketball: Glendora Tournament – Day 2 Hesperia 64, San Dimas 50 Box Score: Hesperia: 19-12-18-15-(64) 4 – 1 San Dimas: 8-14-18-10-(50) 6 – 2 Leading Scorers: Hesperia: Xavier Figueroa 17, Mark Jones 16, Jessie Martinez 11 San Dimas: Ethan Chavez 14, Logan Hodson 12, Aaron Park 10, Nathan Yearout 10 Records: Hesperia (4-1); San […]

By Brian Baiotto


Basketball/ Dec 06 2022

First CIF Boys Basketball Poll is Loaded w/SGV Area Programs; Upland is No. 1 in D-4AA & RCHS Second in D-2AA

Boys Basketball: CIF-SS Poll, December 5: Division 1: 1. Centennial/Corona 2. Harvard Westlake 3. Sierra Canyon 4. Bishop Montgomery 5. West Ranch 6. St John Bosco 7. Mater Dei 8. St Bernard 9. Notre Dame SO 10. Etiwanda 11. Canyon Anaheim 12. JSerra 13. Santa Margarita 14. Colony 15. Village Christian 16. Mira Costa Division […]

By Brian Baiotto


Basketball/ Dec 06 2022

Ethan Chavez Scored 23 Points in San Dimas’ 73-69 Victory at Bonita; Saints Extend Current Win Streak to Five Games

Photos by Robert Ketterling Boys Basketball: If you’re a San Dimas fan, the only thing more satisfying than beating Bonita is accomplishing that feat inside the Bearcats’ gym. SDHS took a seven-point lead into the break, and they held on for a 73-69 victory on Monday night. And their offense was as balanced as one […]

By Brian Baiotto


Basketball/ Dec 06 2022

Results & Scoring Leaders From Day One of Glendora Boys Basketball Tournament; Bishop Amat & Diamond Bar Victorious

Boys Basketball: Monday’s (First Day of) Glendora Tournament Results: Bishop Amat 70, Ontario Christian 48 Leading Scorers: Amat: Matt Rodriguez 21, Manuel Chavez 21 OC: Marquez Bradley 11 Diamond Bar 67, Don Lugo 48 Leading Scorers: DB: Malcolm Bell 32, Ethan Alfonso 12 DL: Sam Chavez 18, Marshall Anderson 13 Tuesday Schedule: 6:00: San Dimas […]

By Brian Baiotto


Basketball/ Dec 04 2022

Glendora Claims Third Place at Gary Prestesater Classic After a 67-49 Victory Over San Marino; Lee & Gray Combine For 27 Points

Boys Basketball: Glendora bounced back quickly and well. One day after a 28-point loss to Diamond Bar at the Gary Prestesater Classic, the Tartans handed San Marino just its second loss of the season. GHS led by nine at the half and went on to defeat the Brahmas, 67-49, to claim third place. Chris Lee […]

By Brian Baiotto


Basketball/ Dec 04 2022

Malik Khouzam Hits Seven 3-Pointers & Scores 34 Points in Walnut’s 68-66 Victory Over Damien in Northview Tournament’s Title Game

Boys Basketball: Two of the area’s premier programs met up Saturday night in the finals of the Northview Tournament. Malik Khouzam lit it up for 34 points, including seven 3-pointers, and earned the “Battle for the Ship” tournament MVP trophy. Walnut edged Damien, 68-66, in a game the Mustangs had a 30-3 advantage from beyond […]

By Brian Baiotto


Basketball/ Dec 04 2022

San Dimas Wins Consolation Championship at Gary Prestesater Classic; Saints Get 19 Points From Hodson in 67-32 Victory Over Patriot

Boys Basketball: San Dimas closed out their Gary Prestesater Classic on a high note. After dropping the opener to Villa Park (69-64), the Saints rolled off victories over Alta Loma (55-40), Duarte (72-33), Don Lugo (46-41) and wrapped up the consolation championship on Saturday with a 67-32 triumph of Patriot. SDHS had an 11-point lead […]

By Brian Baiotto


Basketball/ Dec 03 2022

Diamond Bar Dominates GHS, 63-35, in Semifinal Round of Gary Prestesater Classic; Malcolm Bell Led Brahmas w/19 Points

Boys Basketball: Diamond Bar thumped Glendora, 63-35, in Friday’s semifinal round of the Gary Prestesater Classic. The Brahmas got out to a nine-point lead after the first period, and they never looked back. Malcolm Bell led DBHS with 19 points and Alex Kim had 10. Colton Gray paced the GHS offense with 20 points, 11 […]

By Brian Baiotto


Basketball/ Dec 02 2022

Walnut Remains Unbeaten After Thursday’s 71-25 Victory Over Charter Oak; Malik Khouzam Leads Way w/21 Points

Boys Basketball: Malik Khouzam had a memorable Thursday night at the Northview Tournament. The Walnut senior had a game-high 21 points in the Mustangs’ 71-25 victory over Charter Oak. Khouzam also tallied 10 steals, four assists and four rebounds. (This photo is from the Walnut boys hoops Twitter page) On top of that, he passed […]

By Brian Baiotto


Basketball/ Dec 02 2022

Nate Garcia’s 24 Points Leads Damien to a 73-21 Victory Over Claremont; Spartans Got 13 From Elijah Clinton

Boys Basketball: It’s not often that one player outscores an entire team. But that’s what happened on Thursday. Damien’s Nate Garcia had 24 points in a 73-21 victory over Claremont. The Spartans took a 34-point lead into the half and the contest was never competitive. Xavier Clinton chipped in with 13 points and Elijah Smith […]

By Brian Baiotto


Basketball/ Dec 01 2022

Glendora Improved to 4-3 After Wednesday’s 54-29 Victory Over Diamond Ranch; Colton Gray Scored a Game-High 15 Points

Boys Basketball: Glendora got off to another quick start on Wednesday. The Tartans had a 12-point advantage after the first period, and took a 22-point lead into the break. GHS would cruise to a 54-29 victory at the Gary Prestesater Classic. Colton Gray led the way with 15 points, seven rebounds and three steals. Chris […]

By Brian Baiotto


Basketball/ Nov 30 2022

Xavier Clinton’s 16 Points Leads Damien to a 72-32 Victory Over Northview; Spartans Improve to 6-1

Boys Basketball: One of the many reasons that Damien is so good is because of their offensive balance. And Tuesday’s 72-32 victory over Northview was no different. The Spartans had six players with at least six or more points, and three finished in double figures. Xavier Clinton finished with a game-high 16 points for Damien. […]

By Brian Baiotto


Basketball/ Nov 29 2022

Chris Lee & Elijah Regan Combine for 35 Points in Glendora’s 66-45 Victory Over South Hills

Photos by Carlo Montalbo at i4pix.smugmug.com Boys Basketball: Glendora evened its season record to 3-3 after Monday’s 66-45 victory over South Hills at the Gary Prestesater Classic (San Dimas). GHS took a 36-18 lead into the break. Chris Lee had a game-high 18 points to go with an assist. Elijah Regan contributed 17 points and […]

By Brian Baiotto


Basketball/ Nov 20 2022

Nate Garcia Scores Career High 28 Points in Damien’s 51-50 Victory Over La Mirada; Spartans Go 4-1 at Sunny Hills Tourney

Boys Basketball: Damien went 4-1 and earned fifth place at the Sunny Hills Tournament. The Spartans, who are finding their identity after the graduation of their starting five and key bench players from the 2021 state title team, finished with an impressive 51-50 victory over La Mirada. Damien outscored LMHS, 29-18, in the second half. […]

By Brian Baiotto