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Serra Boys Basketball Team Reaches Division 5 Title Game
Cavaliers make first CIF-SS final appearance since 2016 championship win
Published on Feb. 26, 2026
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The top-seeded Serra Cavaliers boys basketball team has advanced to the CIF-Southern Section Division 5 championship game, their first finals appearance since winning the Division 4AA title in 2016. The Cavaliers, who finished the regular season with a 20-13 record, will face off against the 17-15 Pilibos squad at Azusa Pacific University on Friday afternoon.
Why it matters
Serra's return to the CIF-SS finals represents a significant turnaround for the program, which struggled in recent seasons but has now emerged as a top contender in Division 5. The championship game appearance marks an opportunity for the Cavaliers to capture another sectional title and build momentum heading into the state playoffs.
The details
The Cavaliers, led by a talented roster and coaching staff, have made a big jump from last season to reach their first CIF-SS final in six years. They will face a Pilibos team that finished the regular season with a 17-15 record, setting up an intriguing matchup between the top-seeded Cavaliers and their underdog opponents.
- The CIF-SS Division 5 championship game will take place on Friday, February 26, 2026 at 2 p.m.
The players
Serra Cavaliers
The top-seeded boys basketball team from Serra High School, making their first CIF-SS finals appearance since winning the Division 4AA title in 2016.
Pilibos
The 17-15 boys basketball team that will face the Serra Cavaliers in the CIF-SS Division 5 championship game.
What’s next
The winner of the CIF-SS Division 5 championship game between Serra and Pilibos will advance to the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) state playoffs.
The takeaway
Serra's return to the CIF-SS finals represents a remarkable turnaround for the program, showcasing the team's ability to rebound from recent struggles and emerge as a top contender in Division 5. The championship game appearance provides an opportunity for the Cavaliers to capture another sectional title and build momentum heading into the state playoffs.
