Pacific Ridge School boys basketball team advances to final

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The top-seeded Pacific Ridge School boys basketball team overcame a 10-point deficit in the fourth quarter to defeat No. 5 Kearny 59-50 in a Division 4 semifinal game. 6-foot-11 center Malik Jallow turned into a defensive blocking machine, and shots that weren't falling earlier in the game started to find the bottom of the net in the final quarter to propel Pacific Ridge to the victory and a spot in the championship game.

Why it matters

Pacific Ridge School's comeback win showcases the team's resilience and ability to make key adjustments in a high-stakes playoff game. The victory advances the top-seeded squad to the Division 4 championship, where they will look to cap off a successful season with a title.

The details

After trailing by 10 points for much of the game, Pacific Ridge turned up the defensive intensity in the fourth quarter, with 6-foot-11 center Malik Jallow altering and blocking numerous Kearny shots. On the offensive end, shots that had been rimming out earlier in the game started to fall, allowing Pacific Ridge to erase the deficit and pull away for the 59-50 win.

• The semifinal game took place on Tuesday, February 25, 2026.

What’s next

Pacific Ridge School will now advance to the Division 4 championship game, where they will look to cap off their successful season with a title.