Rolling Hills Prep Takes Down Arcadia in Exciting Basketball Showdown at Damien

Rolling Hills Prep Defeats Arcadia in Semifinals of Classic at Damien

In a decisive match, Rolling Hills Prep secured a 50-37 victory against Arcadia on Monday, marking only the second defeat for Arcadia this season during the semifinals of the Gold Division at the Classic at Damien.

From the outset, Rolling Hills Prep (13-2) demonstrated its strength, bolstered by aggressive offensive rebounding. The team capitalized on early momentum, leading by as much as 25-8 midway through the second quarter. The addition of point guard Carter Fulton, a transfer who recently became eligible, appears to have revitalized the squad; he contributed 10 points to the team’s success.

Kawika Suter was a standout performer for the Huskies, amassing 22 points and 16 rebounds, while Nick Welch Jr. added 16 points alongside 11 rebounds. Meanwhile, Arcadia’s record now stands at 11-2.

With this win, Rolling Hills Prep will face the winner of the Folsom versus Henderson (Nev.) Liberty matchup in the finals scheduled for 7 p.m. on Tuesday.

Additional Highlights from Monday’s Games

In other high school basketball action:

• St. Pius X-St. Matthias triumphed over Francis Parker, 68-63, thanks to Dominic Gallardo’s 18 points and Dayvion Gates’s 17 points.
• Brentwood achieved a 70-64 victory against Dublin, with Auggie Sugarman contributing 16 points and Ethan Hill notching 15 points and 14 rebounds.
• San Gabriel Academy narrowly defeated Arizona Mesa, 60-57, led by Mahamadou Diop’s 21 points and nine rebounds.
• Damien edged past Phoenix Sandra Day O’Connor, 57-51, with Eli Garner scoring an impressive 30 points.

In girls’ basketball, Brentwood defeated Bothell (Wash.) 46-32 in the semifinals of the WNBA Gold in San Diego, highlighted by Logan Scott’s 12 points and Mikaella Kawahito’s 11. Oak Park secured a close 57-53 victory over La Jolla Country Day, fueled by Maya Deshautelle and Ava Rogerson, each scoring 14 points.

As the tournament progresses, teams are intensifying their efforts, with several players showcasing remarkable performances and setting the stage for upcoming championship games.