San Jose Prep girls basketball team falls in state semifinal debut

The Storm lost 53-39 against Miami Country Day in their first-ever state semifinal appearance.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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The San Jose Prep girls basketball team made its state semifinal debut on Friday, facing off against Miami Country Day. Despite the historic appearance, the Storm fell to Miami Country Day by a score of 53-39.

Why it matters

This was the first time the San Jose Prep girls basketball team had advanced to the state semifinals, marking a significant milestone for the program and the school. While they came up short in the game, the experience of competing at the state level will be invaluable for the team's future.

The details

News4JAX photographer Antonio Pullins was on hand to capture the game in a photo gallery. The images show the intensity of the matchup between the two teams as they competed for a spot in the state championship game.

  • The state semifinal game took place on Friday, March 7, 2026.

The players

San Jose Prep

The girls basketball team from San Jose Prep High School, making their first-ever appearance in the state semifinals.

Miami Country Day

The opponent of San Jose Prep in the state semifinal game, emerging victorious with a 53-39 win.

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The takeaway

While the San Jose Prep girls basketball team fell short in their state semifinal debut, the experience of competing at the highest level of high school basketball will undoubtedly serve as motivation for the team to work harder and return to the state tournament in the future.