Rancho Christian Boys Basketball Advances to Second Semifinals in Three Years

Eagles defeat Millikan Rams 71-62 in hard-fought playoff matchup

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The Rancho Christian boys' basketball team has punched its ticket to the semifinals of the Division 1 playoffs, defeating the visiting Millikan Rams 71-62. It was a tough battle, with the Rams putting up a fight and answering every run the Eagles made, but Rancho Christian was able to pull away in the end.

Why it matters

Rancho Christian's return to the semifinals marks the second time in three years the team has reached this stage of the playoffs, showcasing the program's consistent success and competitiveness at the highest level of high school basketball in California.

The details

Rancho Christian was led by Daniel Bol's 16 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 blocks, including a key turnaround jumper and emphatic dunk to break ties in the fourth quarter and spark the Eagles' final run. Jeremiah Profit added 21 points, 11 in the second half, while Tony Rutledge and Dave Mapey contributed 14 and 10 points respectively. The Rams were paced by Quali Giran's 18 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists, and Jeremiah Hunt's 16 points, 9 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal and 1 block.

  • The game took place on Tuesday night.

The players

Jalen Lake

Rancho Christian head coach who expected a tough battle against the Millikan Rams.

Daniel Bol

Rancho Christian player who led the team with 16 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 blocks, including key plays down the stretch.

Jeremiah Profit

Rancho Christian player who scored 21 points, 11 in the second half, to help lead the Eagles to victory.

Quali Giran

Millikan Rams player who led his team with 18 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists.

Jeremiah Hunt

Millikan Rams player who contributed 16 points, 9 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal and 1 block in the losing effort.

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What they’re saying

“They're a tough program. We watched lots of film, and we knew it was going to be a dogfight.”

— Jalen Lake, Rancho Christian head coach (Patch.com)

What’s next

Rancho Christian will advance to the semifinals of the Division 1 playoffs, where they will face a tough opponent as they look to reach the championship game for the second time in three years.

The takeaway

Rancho Christian's return to the semifinals showcases the program's consistent success and competitiveness at the highest level of high school basketball in California, as they continue to prove themselves as one of the top teams in the state.