La Cañada girls basketball reaches D4 title game

La Cañada defeats Canyon in CIF-SS Division 4 semifinal matchup.

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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The Canyon girls basketball team entered the CIF-SS Division 4 semifinals needing a win at home on Saturday night to advance to their second title game in three years. However, it was La Cañada that played tenacious defense and pulled away in the game to secure the victory and a spot in the championship game.

Why it matters

This win for La Cañada's girls basketball team marks their first appearance in a CIF-SS Division 4 title game, showcasing the program's growth and development under the current coaching staff. The loss for Canyon is a disappointment, as they were hoping to return to the championship game for the second time in three seasons.

The details

La Cañada's defense was the key factor in the game, as they were able to stifle Canyon's offense and create turnovers that led to easy scoring opportunities. The final score was not disclosed, but La Cañada was able to pull away late in the contest to secure the victory.

  • The CIF-SS Division 4 semifinal game took place on Saturday night, February 22, 2026.

The players

La Cañada girls basketball team

The La Cañada High School girls basketball team, who defeated Canyon to advance to the CIF-SS Division 4 championship game.

Canyon girls basketball team

The Canyon High School girls basketball team, who were the home team for the CIF-SS Division 4 semifinal matchup against La Cañada.

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What’s next

The winner of the La Cañada vs. Canyon semifinal game will advance to the CIF-SS Division 4 championship game, which is scheduled for later this week.

The takeaway

La Cañada's girls basketball team has made significant strides in recent years, and their victory over Canyon in the CIF-SS Division 4 semifinals demonstrates their ability to compete at the highest level. This appearance in the championship game is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the players and coaching staff.