Foothill girls water polo ends CIF-SS title drought

Foothill defeats San Clemente in Division 1 championship game

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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The Foothill High School girls water polo team defeated San Clemente in the CIF-SS Division 1 championship game, ending their title drought. Foothill's Gianna Romero scored a key goal in the victory.

Why it matters

Winning a CIF-SS championship is a major accomplishment for any high school sports team, especially in a competitive division like Division 1. This victory marks a significant milestone for the Foothill girls water polo program.

The details

In the CIF-SS Division 1 girls water polo championship game, Foothill High School defeated San Clemente. Foothill's Gianna Romero scored a crucial goal to help lead her team to victory. The win ends Foothill's title drought in the sport.

  • The CIF-SS Division 1 girls water polo championship game took place on Saturday, February 22, 2026.

The players

Gianna Romero

A player for the Foothill High School girls water polo team who scored a key goal in the championship game.

Foothill High School

The high school whose girls water polo team won the CIF-SS Division 1 championship.

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The takeaway

This championship victory is a proud moment for the Foothill High School community and a testament to the hard work and dedication of the girls water polo team. Their triumph in a highly competitive division showcases the talent and determination of the players and coaches.