By: Marley Silva and Arianna Garcia (12th Grade OHHS Yearbook Students)
March 14th, 2025
OAK HILLS HIGH SCHOOL, March 14 - The Oak Hills girls basketball team achieved back-to-back Mojave River League (MRL) Championships, finishing off the season with a monumental 10-0 record. A mix of dedication and teamwork is what led them to dominate the league, and they advanced to the CIF-SS Semifinals, making a strong push into the playoffs. As the season progressed, the team showcased a blend of individual accomplishments and collective effort.
Much of the team's success was rooted in the drive shown on and off the court. As one player reflected on the group's milestones. “I attribute our success to my work ethic, positive attitude, and my commitment to never letting my team give up,” expressed senior Madisyn Foulk.
Hard work was recognized with multiple All-League honors. Bella Rincon, Madisyn Foulk, and Aaliyah Moore were all named to the MRL All-League 1st Team, displaying their standout play. Samantha Santiago earned a spot on the MRL All-League 2nd Team, strengthening the group's performance.
Overtime, the girls never shied away from facing tough challenges. In a particular game, a player describes the competitive spirit that radiated through the players. “A championship game is about showing how strong your team truly is and proving to everyone that you’re the best in the tournament,” junior Leilani Isaac shared, exempting what it takes to compete at a high level.
Resilience was also key during critical away games, where in one sequence, they were faced with a significant deficit. “There was an away game where not many expected us to succeed because of the way our team coordinated, but after lifting each other, we managed to turn things around. We were down by 20 at halftime, but we pushed through the adversity and broke through the wall,” said junior Yasmin Green.
Out of the game, the group celebrated Evelyn Sanchez, who signed up with UC Santa Cruz to pursue her collegiate basketball career.
The real mastermind behind the success of the team, head coach Jonathan Kelley couldn't have been more proud of his players. Pridefully noting that “The work and journey,” put in is what motivates him, looking ahead to the following season.
With an undefeated MRL season, outstanding individual achievements, and a growing legacy, the Oak Hills girls basketball team continues to prove they are in it to win it, both in league and on the regional stage.
