Calvin Christian High School wins 2 CIF titles in one night

Boys basketball and girls soccer teams both capture championships on historic day

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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On February 26, 2026, Calvin Christian High School made history by winning CIF championships in both boys basketball and girls soccer on the same night. The boys basketball team defeated Liberty Charter 57-47 in the Division 5-AA final, while the girls soccer team beat River Valley 3-1 in the Division 5-AA championship match. It was a remarkable accomplishment for the school, with both teams dominating their playoff runs to capture the titles.

Why it matters

Winning two CIF championships in one night is an extremely rare feat, with the boys and girls teams both achieving the ultimate success in their respective sports. This historic accomplishment will be remembered for years to come and solidifies Calvin Christian High School as a powerhouse in the local sports landscape.

The details

The boys basketball team, led by seniors Caleb Lapka and Sawyer Goggin, overcame a slow start to defeat Liberty Charter 57-47 in the final. The girls soccer squad, paced by the goal-scoring exploits of Aliya Ramsey and Kate Jackson, topped River Valley 3-1 to claim their title. Both teams had dominant playoff runs, with the boys winning by double digits in their previous two games and the girls outscoring their opponents 13-1 in the first three playoff matches.

  • The boys basketball and girls soccer championship games both kicked off at 7:30 pm on February 26, 2026.
  • The boys team won their title game against Liberty Charter.
  • The girls team won their title game against River Valley.

The players

Caleb Lapka

A senior standout on the boys basketball team who scored 25 points in the semifinal win over Escondido Adventist Academy.

Sawyer Goggin

A senior leader on the boys basketball team who scored 21 points in the semifinal win over San Diego Academy and 15 in the championship game.

Aliya Ramsey

A prolific goal-scorer for the girls soccer team, netting 26 goals on the season and scoring the clinching goal in the championship match.

Kate Jackson

A standout sophomore for the girls soccer team, scoring 23 goals on the year including the opening goal in the title game.

Payton Kiesel

The rock-solid goalkeeper for the girls soccer team, posting 13 shutouts and allowing just 10 goals in 21 games.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

The Calvin Christian High School community will celebrate the historic accomplishments of both the boys basketball and girls soccer teams with a special ceremony and rally.

The takeaway

Calvin Christian High School's ability to win CIF championships in both boys basketball and girls soccer on the same night showcases the depth of athletic talent and coaching excellence at the school. This remarkable feat will be remembered as one of the greatest days in the school's sports history.