Long Beach Poly faced a tough loss against Marina in the CIF-SS Division 2A title game, falling short in a comeback attempt as shots failed to connect, leading to a 53-49 victory for Marina.

The Big Picture

The game mirrored Long Beach Poly's season, starting slow but making a run in the second half, ultimately unable to clinch the 21st CIF title.

By the Numbers
  • Poly shot just 3/14 in the final period.
  • Top scorers for Poly: Jovani Ruff (19 points), Unegbu (10 points), and Giovanny Ofoegbu (13 points).
State of Play
  • Marina's defense strategies, including a 2-3 zone and a 2-2-1 press, disrupted Poly's offense, limiting them to shooting just over 30% for the game.
  • Poly made a strong comeback in the third quarter with a 12-0 run, tying the game at 34-34, but Marina maintained control in the fourth quarter.
What's Next

Despite the loss, Long Beach Poly looks ahead to the CIF State tournament, aiming for redemption and a chance to rewrite their season's ending.

Bottom Line

Long Beach Poly's defeat against Marina highlights the team's resilience and sets the stage for their upcoming journey in the CIF State tournament, presenting an opportunity for a fresh start and potential success.