Written by: Sophia Nguyen
The Milpitas High School varsity boys’ basketball team defeated Sequoia High School 73-40 in the opening round of the CCS Division 1 playoffs Tuesday night.
The Trojans took an early lead in the first quarter, with senior captains Dylan Nguyen and Pranavram Krishnan putting the pressure on the opposing team on both ends of the court through their strong offensive plays and defensive intensity. Milpitas kept a strong lead throughout the first half, keeping their momentum steady with consistent scoring and flawless defense.
Even after halftime, Milpitas continued to build on their lead, allowing them to extend their advantage in the third and fourth quarters. Their precise ball handling and effective transitions allowed the team to prevent Sequoia from scoring and maintain control of the game.
With this win, Milpitas High School has now advanced to the CCS Division I Varsity Basketball Semifinals, where they secured another victory in a close first half against Palo Alto on Thursday, February 26.
Come cheer on the Milpitas Boys Basketball team at Santa Clara High School on Saturday, February 28, where they will be facing Los Gatos in the finals! Go Trojans!
