Overview

The Cerritos High School girls basketball team secured a victory against Whitney High with a score of 72-58, improving their overall record to 9-11 and 2-0 in the 605 League. This match was notable not only for the win but also for the recognition of head coach Marcus Chinen, who celebrated his 200th career victory at the school.

Key details

  • Cerritos defeated Whitney High 72-58.
  • The game took place last Friday.
  • Cerritos improved to a 9-11 overall record and 2-0 in the 605 League.
  • Coach Marcus Chinen was honored for achieving his 200th win, which occurred on Dec. 18 against Garfield High.
  • The Dons played with a limited roster of nine healthy players.
  • All five starters for Cerritos contributed significantly, scoring all but two points of the team's total.
  • Whitney High won the 605 League last season and had previously won nine of the last 14 league matchups against Cerritos.
  • Junior Alyssa So led Whitney with six points, four rebounds, and an assist in the first quarter.
  • Freshman Ella Nelson added two baskets and two rebounds for Whitney.
  • Senior Tina Namaranian contributed a three-pointer, two rebounds, two steals, and an assist despite reportedly playing with a broken nose.
  • Whitney's first-year head coach Carl Wilson noted the physicality of the game and the pressure on his starters.
  • Chinen expressed gratitude towards his coaching staff and past coaches for their support in reaching his milestone.

Context

This matchup was particularly significant as it pitted city rivals against each other, with Cerritos looking to assert themselves in the league after a challenging start to the season.

What happens next

Cerritos will look to build on this momentum as they continue their season in the 605 League, while Whitney will aim to regroup and address the challenges they faced in this game.

What we don't know yet

Details regarding the extent of Tina Namaranian's injury and how it may affect her future participation in games are not confirmed.