Dougherty Valley Advances to NorCal Semifinals

Beats Clayton Valley in Rematch to Reach Division I Semifinal

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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In a rematch of a game played last week, Dougherty Valley's boys basketball team defeated Clayton Valley 68-64 to advance to the Division I semifinal of the NorCal regional tournament. Dougherty Valley hit six 3-pointers in the first quarter and held on down the stretch to secure the victory.

Why it matters

This win marks a significant achievement for Dougherty Valley, as they look to continue their postseason run and potentially capture a NorCal championship. The matchup between these two teams has developed into a fierce rivalry, with the outcome of this game determining which squad will move on to the next round of the tournament.

The details

Dougherty Valley's hot shooting in the first quarter, where they connected on six 3-pointers, gave them an early lead that they were able to maintain throughout the game. Clayton Valley made a late push, but Dougherty Valley held on for the 68-64 victory, earning them a spot in the Division I semifinal.

  • The game was played on March 5, 2026.
  • This was a rematch of a game played between the two teams the previous week.

The players

Dougherty Valley

The boys basketball team from Dougherty Valley High School in San Jose, California.

Clayton Valley

The boys basketball team from Clayton Valley High School in Concord, California.

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What’s next

The winner of the Dougherty Valley vs. Clayton Valley semifinal game will advance to the NorCal Division I championship game.

The takeaway

This victory showcases Dougherty Valley's resilience and ability to perform under pressure, as they were able to hold off a late comeback attempt by Clayton Valley. The team's hot shooting in the first quarter proved to be the difference-maker, setting the tone for the rest of the game.