UPDATE: In a breathtaking finish, Jax Aguillon scored 19 points to propel San Rafael High’s boys basketball team to a thrilling 61-59 double overtime victory over Campolindo during the intense Damian Lillard Classic. This nail-biting win secures the Bulldogs a coveted fifth place among 16 teams competing in the tournament.
The game opened with a spectacular start as Luke Shapiro dominated the early minutes, scoring 11 straight points to give San Rafael an early edge. Aguillon stepped up in the clutch, netting the Bulldogs’ last four points in regulation, including a sensational game-tying basket with just 2 seconds left on the clock.
As the game moved into overtime, Aguillon continued to shine, contributing crucial points that kept San Rafael in the fight. Wyatt Tornello’s pivotal free throw in the second overtime gave the Bulldogs the lead for good, while Kannon Wood sealed the win with a rebound and a free throw, leaving only 0.4 seconds on the clock.
Shapiro finished the game as the top scorer with 25 points and 8 rebounds, while Tornello added 9 points alongside an impressive 13 rebounds. The intensity of this matchup will not soon be forgotten, marking a significant achievement for San Rafael High.
In another exciting matchup Tuesday, Wes Harrison led Terra Linda to a commanding 74-40 victory over Redwood Christian at the Sonoma County Classic. Harrison made an impressive seven 3-pointers and tied for the team-high with 25 points, propelling the Trojans to an 11-0 run that shifted the momentum in their favor.
Meanwhile, Marin Catholic battled hard in the Bambauer Classic title game, with Bentley Morrow making a contested layup to tie the game at 87-87 against University, sending the match into overtime. The thrilling conclusion will be detailed in the upcoming Thursday print edition.
San Domenico’s Oskar Valiauga also shone in a 45-31 victory over Urban, showcasing his skills in the consolation championship at the Don Bambauer Classic.
In a heartbreaking finish, Archie Williams High fell to Heritage with a last-second shot, losing 62-60 in the fifth-place game at the same tournament. The Branson School concluded their run at the Damien Classic with a narrow 57-52 loss to Campbell Hall.
For the girls, Branson School’s Kate Spaulding led her team to a 47-29 victory over Warren in the West Coast Jamboree, scoring an impressive 26 points.
In girls wrestling, Archie Williams High’s Sofia De Jesus placed sixth at the Sierra Classic in Reno, going 5-3 with two pinfall wins and one tech fall.
As these high-stakes tournaments continue, fans are eagerly watching for further developments. Stay tuned for more updates as the basketball season heats up!
