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The CIF San Diego Section girls basketball tournament is heating up as it heads into its semifinals. With intense matchups and top teams clashing, the excitement is palpable. Fans are eagerly anticipating who will secure their spots in the finals as the tournament showcases some of the best talent in high school basketball. From quarterfinal nail-biters to defending champions aiming for glory, this tournament promises unforgettable moments.

Excitement Builds in San Diego for CIF Girls Basketball Semifinals!

As the sun sets on another thrilling week of high school basketball in beautiful San Diego, the CIF San Diego Section girls basketball tournament heads into its semifinals. What a season it has been! The key games happening on Tuesday and Wednesday promise to keep fans on the edge of their seats as teams battle it out for a shot at the finals!

Final Week Buzz

This week marks the final countdown in the tournament, with all seven divisions swelling with excitement as champions get ready to emerge. It’s a big deal—winners in each division will secure a coveted spot in the CIF South Regional! And let’s not forget, the eight teams in the Open Division, recognized as the top-tier teams in the section, will also be moving on, making for some heart-stopping matchups ahead.

Quarterfinal Showdowns!

Over the weekend, the atmosphere was nothing short of electric as teams went head-to-head in the quarterfinals. There was no shortage of nailbiting moments, and the scores reflect just how intense the competition has been! Fans witnessed some standout performances, including:

  • Francis Parker left their competitors stunned with a solid 38-24 win over Rancho Bernardo.
  • Westview took down Grossmont with an impressive 53-40 score.
  • Mission Hills dominated against Cathedral Catholic, finishing the game with an overwhelming 73-34 victory!
  • La Jolla Country Day showed no mercy, walking away with a 76-29 triumph over El Capitan.
  • And on a thrilling note, Rancho Buena Vista narrowly squeaked by Oceanside with a 45-40 victory.

These are just a few highlights, but the action didn’t stop there! The quarterfinals had something for everyone, with teams making unforgettable plays that left fans and players alike buzzing with excitement!

Top Seeds and Defending Champs

Before we look ahead, let’s give due credit to the top seeds in each division who have fought hard to earn their positions:

  • Open Division: Francis Parker
  • Division 1: Rancho Buena Vista
  • Division 2: Bishop’s
  • Division 3: Christian
  • Division 4: Patrick Henry
  • Division 5: Coronado
  • Division 5-AA: Warner

And let’s not forget about the defending champions looking to reclaim their titles:

  • Open Division: Mission Hills
  • Division 1: Cathedral Catholic
  • Division 2: Francis Parker
  • Division 3: Montgomery
  • Division 4: Escondido Charter
  • Division 5: Escondido
  • Division 5-AA: Rock Academy

Looking Forward

The anticipation is building as the semifinals approach! Who will rise to the occasion? Which teams will clinch their spots in the finals? There’s no doubt that each division will showcase fierce competition, incredible talent, and moments that will be talked about for years to come.

As fans gear up for the next couple of days, be sure to check out the tournament brackets and maybe even get in on the action with a fun Pick ‘Em challenge to predict the outcomes of these exciting games!

Overall, it’s clear that this year’s CIF San Diego Section girls basketball tournament has been one for the books, and it’s only going to get better from here. Good luck to all the teams competing in the semifinals—we can’t wait to see who’ll come out on top!

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