Wilson Bruins defeat Hesperia in CIF girls' basketball playoffs

Long Beach high school team advances in Division 4 postseason tournament

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The Wilson Bruins girls' basketball team defeated Hesperia in the first round of the CIF Southern Section Division 4 playoffs. The game was part of the562.org's coverage of Long Beach Wilson Athletics, which is sponsored by Joel Bitonio, a 2009 Wilson graduate.

Why it matters

The CIF playoffs are a high-stakes, win-or-go-home tournament that determines the Southern California champion in each division. Wilson's victory keeps their season alive as they continue their quest for a championship.

The details

The562.org, a local sports news site, provided coverage of the playoff matchup between Wilson and Hesperia. The game was part of the outlet's ongoing sponsorship deal with Joel Bitonio, a Wilson High alumnus from the class of 2009 who now plays in the NFL.

  • The game took place on February 12, 2026.

The players

Wilson Bruins

The girls' basketball team from Long Beach Wilson High School.

Hesperia

The opposing team from Hesperia, California that played against Wilson in the CIF playoff game.

Joel Bitonio

A 2009 graduate of Wilson High School who now plays in the NFL and sponsors the562.org's coverage of Wilson Athletics.

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What’s next

The winner of the Wilson-Hesperia game will advance to the next round of the CIF Southern Section Division 4 playoffs.

The takeaway

Wilson's victory in the CIF playoff opener keeps their championship hopes alive as they continue their postseason run, with the support of a notable alumnus in the NFL.