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Woodland Today
By the People, for the People
Damien, Centennial, and Woodland Christian Win CIF State Basketball Titles
Day 1 of the CIF State Championships sees champions crowned in Divisions I and V
Mar. 14, 2026 at 5:09am
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The opening day of the CIF State Basketball Championships saw Damien and Centennial High Schools win the Division I titles, while Woodland Christian High School defended its Division V championship.
Why it matters
The CIF State Championships represent the pinnacle of high school basketball in California, with teams from across the state competing for the ultimate prize. These victories showcase the talent and hard work of the players, coaches, and communities that support these programs.
The details
In the Division I finals, Damien High School and Centennial High School emerged victorious. Damien's win marked the school's first state championship in boys' basketball, while Centennial continued its dynasty by claiming its third title in the past five years. In the Division V championship, Woodland Christian High School successfully defended its title from the previous year, becoming the first team in that division to win back-to-back state championships.
- The CIF State Championships took place on March 14, 2026.
- Damien and Centennial won the Division I titles on March 14, 2026.
- Woodland Christian won the Division V championship on March 14, 2026.
The players
Damien High School
A high school located in La Verne, California that won its first-ever CIF State Championship in boys' basketball.
Centennial High School
A high school located in Corona, California that won its third CIF State Championship in boys' basketball in the past five years.
Woodland Christian High School
A high school located in Woodland, California that defended its CIF State Championship in Division V boys' basketball, becoming the first team in that division to win back-to-back titles.
The takeaway
The CIF State Championships showcase the top high school basketball talent in California, and these victories by Damien, Centennial, and Woodland Christian demonstrate the depth and competitiveness of the state's basketball landscape.
