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By the People, for the People
Mt. Carmel Sundevils Dominate Ramona Bulldogs in Blowout Victory
Sundevils win by 47 points, continuing their streak of lopsided wins this season
Published on Feb. 27, 2026
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The Mt. Carmel Sundevils basketball team defeated the Ramona Bulldogs 68-21 in a dominant performance on Friday. The Sundevils have now won eight games this season by 20 points or more, continuing their strong run of form. Key contributors for Mt. Carmel included Randi Arcala with 12 points and seven steals, and Issa Desmond with 14 points and eight rebounds.
Why it matters
The Sundevils' blowout win over the struggling Ramona Bulldogs highlights the significant gap in talent and performance between the two teams. Mt. Carmel is ranked 435th in California, while Ramona is ranked 1205th, reflecting the disparity in their abilities. This game showcases Mt. Carmel's dominance in their league and their potential to make a deep playoff run.
The details
Mt. Carmel controlled the game from start to finish, outrebounding Ramona 20-11 on the offensive glass. Randi Arcala led the way for the Sundevils with an impressive stat line, while Issa Desmond also made a significant contribution. Ramona's Krystian Pierre nearly recorded a double-double with 13 points and nine rebounds, but it wasn't enough to keep the game close.
- The Sundevils won their third straight road game on January 21, defeating Ramona 57-47.
- On February 6, Mt. Carmel won again against Ramona, this time by a score of 68-21.
- Prior to the Ramona games, the Sundevils had also won against Poway on December 6 (37-point margin) and Chula Vista on January 31 (32-point margin).
- On December 16, Mt. Carmel won by 24 points against University City.
The players
Randi Arcala
A key player for the Mt. Carmel Sundevils, Arcala scored 12 points and recorded 7 steals in the win over Ramona.
Issa Desmond
Desmond contributed 14 points and 8 rebounds for the Sundevils in the blowout victory.
Krystian Pierre
The lone bright spot for the Ramona Bulldogs, Pierre nearly recorded a double-double with 13 points and 9 rebounds.
What they’re saying
“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”
— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)
“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)
The takeaway
The Mt. Carmel Sundevils' dominant performance over the Ramona Bulldogs showcases their ability to blow out opponents, having now won eight games this season by 20 points or more. This win highlights the significant gap in talent and rankings between the two teams, with Mt. Carmel ranked 435th in California compared to Ramona's 1205th ranking. The Sundevils' continued success could make them a team to watch in the upcoming playoffs.
