St. Margaret's girls bring another CIF basketball title home

The Tartans capture the CIF Southern Section Division 3 championship with a convincing win over Murrieta Valley.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The St. Margaret's girls basketball team of San Juan Capistrano captured the CIF Southern Section Division 3 title with a decisive victory over Murrieta Valley. The Tartans, led by standout freshman Jayden Witten, continued their rapid rise and deep playoff run by adding another championship banner to their growing collection.

Why it matters

St. Margaret's has emerged as a basketball powerhouse in recent years, showcasing the strength of the program and the talent of its players. This latest title adds to the school's growing reputation and highlights the success of its girls basketball team, which has become a source of pride for the San Juan Capistrano community.

The details

In the CIF Southern Section Division 3 championship game, St. Margaret's handily defeated Murrieta Valley to claim the title. The Tartans, led by the impressive performance of freshman Jayden Witten, demonstrated their dominance on the court and solidified their status as one of the top girls basketball teams in the region.

  • St. Margaret's captured the CIF Southern Section Division 3 girls basketball title on March 2, 2026.

The players

St. Margaret's

A high school in San Juan Capistrano, California, known for its successful girls basketball program.

Jayden Witten

A standout freshman player for the St. Margaret's girls basketball team.

Murrieta Valley

The opponent of St. Margaret's in the CIF Southern Section Division 3 championship game.

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The takeaway

The St. Margaret's girls basketball team's latest championship victory showcases the strength and talent of the program, further cementing its status as a regional powerhouse and a source of pride for the San Juan Capistrano community.