Day Two of The Classic at Damien delivered high-level competition across the tournament, as spectators were treated to tightly contested games, several one-possession finishes, and multiple matchups that extended into overtime.
From dramatic moments in the Platinum and Gold divisions to steady, disciplined play throughout the brackets, Saturday’s slate showcased the depth and balance of one of Southern California’s premier holiday basketball events.
Platinum Division: Drama Takes Center Stage
The Platinum Division produced some of the most compelling action of the tournament.
Layton Christian (UT) earned a 63–58 victory over La Mirada, while Eastvale Roosevelt picked up a 65–61 win against American Fork (UT).
Notable scoring performances included Sloane Harris with 26 points and Bryce Melli, who scored 20 points for American Fork.
In one of the signature games of the day, Redondo Union edged host Damien 60–59 in overtime in a back-and-forth contest that featured six lead changes and six ties.
Redondo Union leaders:
SJ Madison: 24 points
Kaiden Wilson: 19 points, 6-for-7 shooting, 6-for-6 from the free-throw line
Chris Sanders: 8 points, 13 rebounds
Damien leaders:
Eli Garner: 22 points
Zaire Rasshan: 15 points
Elijah Smith: 14 points
Damien erased a 12-point fourth-quarter deficit, forcing overtime when Elijah Smith tied the game late in regulation. Redondo Union ultimately secured the win in the extra period.
Elsewhere in the division, Corona Centennial earned a 70–46 victory over Owyhee (ID).
Diamond Division: One-Possession Finish
Los Alamitos edged Rancho Cucamonga 55–54 in a tightly contested matchup.
Rancho Cucamonga scoring leaders:
Izaiah Fiallos: 16 points
JC Corneille: 14 points
Kavan Bowden: 14 points
Carter Johnson: 7 points
Bronze Division: Close Games Continue
The Bronze Division featured another tight finish, as Glendora held off Los Osos 60–58.
Additional results:
Colony 64, Los Amigos 49
Claremont 69, Chino 45
Iron Division: Strong Finishes Define Result
Several decisive outcomes highlighted Iron Division play:
Charter Oak 69, South Gate 21
Diamond Ranch 56, Arroyo 30
L.A. Wilson 67, Don Lugo 52
San Dimas closed the game effectively to earn a 45–38 win over Fontana.
San Dimas leaders:
Andrew Diep: 20 points
Dylon Jones: 11 points
Fontana leaders:
Xavier Wilson: 22 points
Andrew Yilmez: 8 points
San Dimas outscored Fontana 14–9 in the fourth quarter to secure the win.
Copper Division: Close Games and Efficient Performances
Norco edged Chaffey 47–46 in a closely contested game.
Chaffey leaders:
Joe Maldonado: 17 points
Damien Crull: 12 points
Esperanza, ranked No. 62 in California, earned a 51–49 victory over Diamond Bar in a game defined by interior scoring and second-chance opportunities.
Diamond Bar leaders:
Jedison Chow: 13 points, 5 assists, 4 rebounds, 2 steals
Ayden Ellis: 13 points, 8 rebounds
Demi Sobiye: 13 points, 4 rebounds
Esperanza finished with 30 points in the paint, including 14 off offensive rebounds.
Elsewhere in the division, Bonita defeated The Meadows (NV) 64–58.
Gold Division: Overtime Finish Highlights Competitive Game
Liberty (NV) edged Etiwanda 61–59 in overtime in one of the most competitive games of Day Two.
Etiwanda held a late lead after Armaun Pollock made it 56–52 with 36 seconds remaining in regulation. Liberty forced overtime behind late free throws by Daaron Thompkins and a basket by Tyus Thomas. In the extra period, Dante Steward tipped in the decisive basket as time expired.
Etiwanda leaders:
Devin Mitchell: 18 points, 8 rebounds
Samuel Funn: 13 points
Jacob Coleman: 11 points
Liberty leaders:
Dante Steward: 21 points
Tyus Thomas: 17 points
Green Division: Overtime and High-Scoring Matchups
Green Division play featured another overtime contest, as Alta Loma defeated Orange Vista 68–65.
Additional results:
South Bakersfield 74, West Covina 49
Chino Hills 82, Temecula Valley 78
Looking Ahead
Day Three games continue Monday, December 29, 2025, as teams push deeper into bracket play and championship paths begin to take shape.
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