Centennial boys basketball coach Josh Giles achieved his 500th career victory with a 90-35 win at Corona, after transforming the program into a perennial state and national power over his 21 seasons in charge, including four CIF Southern Section championships and a CIF State Open Division title in 2022.

Why It Matters

Giles' milestone victory marks his significant impact on the Centennial boys basketball program and his enduring commitment to its success, solidifying his legacy as a distinguished and influential coach in high school basketball.

By the Numbers
  • 500 career victories achieved by Josh Giles
  • 21 seasons in charge of the Centennial boys basketball program
  • 4 CIF Southern Section championships and 1 CIF State Open Division title under Giles' leadership
State of Play
  • Centennial has claimed four CIF Southern Section championships, including three straight in the section’s Open Division (2021-23), and the Huskies also captured the CIF State’s Open Division title in 2022
  • Giles has received offers from private schools and colleges but is committed to staying at Centennial, partly due to his 12-year-old son's desire to play for him in the future
Bottom Line

Giles' milestone victory and impact on the Centennial boys basketball program solidify his legacy as a distinguished and influential coach, with a commitment to the team's success and the potential to coach his son in the future.