Head Coach: Ray Johnson (26th Year)

Last year's record: 24 – 8 (8 – 2, 1st)

Last year's playoffs: Lost CIF D-1 Championship; Lost in State 1st Round.

Key players: Marquis Navarre (Sr, 5'10"), Aaron Gilliam (Sr, 6'07"), Donny Punter (Sr, 6'00"), Jon McMichael (Sr, 6'03")

Losses to overcome: D'Andre James (graduation), Danny Warnemunde (graduation), David Bickham (graduation)

Summary: The Wildcats are poised to make another run at a CIF title behind the backcourt of Navarre and Punter, and the

inside play of Gilliam.

Head Coach: Fentriss Winn (1st Year)

Last year's record: 15 – 13 (4 – 6, 4th)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in 1st Round.

Key players: Kenny Lawson (Sr, 6'09"), Justin Padilla (Jr, 5'09")

Losses to overcome: Darin Brown (graduation), Michael Wright (graduation)

Summary: Lawson is a big presence, and Padilla should significantly help the Panthers' perimeter play.

Head Coach: Scott Ogden (6th year)

Last year's record: 13 – 14 (6 – 4, 3rd)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in 1st Round.

Key players: James Givens (Sr, 6'04"), Charles Jagers (Sr, 6'03")

Losses to overcome: Thomas Kearns (Mira Costa CC), Korey Moore (graduation)

Summary: The Lancers should be improved but still lack the firepower to unseat El Camino.

Head Coach: Mike West (7th Year)

Last year's record: 19 – 9 (7 – 3, 2nd)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in 1st Round.

Key players: Marcus Bresnahan (Jr, 5'11")

Losses to overcome: Clay McFerran (graduation), Lucas Blankenship (graduation), Justin Padilla (transfer)

Summary: The loss of Padilla is a significant blow for the Warriors and will prevent them from challenging the league leaders.

Head Coach: Terry Miller (5th Year)

Last year's record: 11 – 16 (3 – 7, 5th)

Last year's playoffs: None

Key players: Greg Grimm (Jr, 6'00"), Stevan Hernandez (Sr, 5'11")

Losses to overcome: Cameron Harris (graduation), John Tallman (graduation)

Summary: The Longhorns will miss Harris but a solid backcourt will lead an improved unit.

Head Coach: Brad Hollingsworth (6th Year)

Last year's record: 7 – 19 (2 – 8, 6th)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in 1st Round

Key players: Jacoby Jackson (Sr, 5'08"), Jordan Williams (Jr, 6'03")

Losses to overcome: Louis Hall (graduation), Russell Tialavea (graduation)

Summary: The Pirates will enjoy some improvement but still lack the inside game to be a serious contender.

Head Coach: Dave Cassaw (7th Year)

Last year's record: 22 – 7 (8 – 2, 1st)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in Semi-finals.

Key players: Chase Budinger (Sr, 6'08"), Kris Corso (Jr, 5'09"), Sean McDonough (Sr, 6'00")

Losses to overcome: Jeremy Wustman (graduation), Jon Toledo (football @ SDSU), Jimmy Voaklander (graduation)

Summary: Budinger is a potential McDonald's All-American who should be the unstoppable force. The Mavericks who

are favored to win their first CIF crown will need other players to step up in order to meet expectations.

Head Coach: John Olive (9th Year)

Last year's record: 18 – 11 (7 – 3, 2nd)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in Quarterfinals.

Key players: J.J. Anderson (Sr, 6'05")

Losses to overcome: Michael Laughlin (graduation), Ben Capon (graduation)

Summary: The Falcons lack an inside presence but Anderson will be a scoring threat who leads a solid cast.

Head Coach: Kyle Armstrong (4th Year)

Last year's record: 17 – 12 (5 – 5, tied for 3rd)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in Quarterfinals.

Key players: Todd Lowenthal (Sr, 6'02"), Gabe Adler (Jr, 6'04")

Losses to overcome: Lamar Taylor (Palomar CC), Andy McMillin (graduation), Gabe Adler (transferred to Florida)

Summary: Lowenthal is the second best player in the league and a proven scorer but the Titans lack weapons to challenge

for the league crown.

Head Coach: Kevin Keller (5th Year)

Last year's record: 18 – 12 (5 – 5, tied for 3rd)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in Quarterfinals.

Key players: Keith Jensen (Sr, 6'05"), Carl Hauke (Jr, 6'01")

Losses to overcome: Zach Miller (Cal Lutheran)

Summary: The Broncos will be a solid team but lack the firepower to compete for the league title.

5) Westview (Division 2, Rancho Penasquitos)

Head Coach: David Delaney (4th Year)

Last year's record: 19 – 9 (5 – 5, tied for 3rd)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in 1st Round.

Key players: Adam Chaimowitz (Sr, 6'01"), Trevor Hawthorne (Sr, 6'01")

Losses to overcome: Warren Scott (graduation), Nolan Bauer (graduation)

Summary: The Wolverines feature the best backcourt in the league, but must develop some inside play in order to upend

the league favorites.

Head Coach: Chris Vitous (1st Year)

Last year's record: 2 – 26 (0 – 10, 6th)

Last year's playoffs: None

Key players: Geoff Akpom (Sr, 5'11"), Kurt Voris (Jr, 6'06")

Losses to overcome: C.J. Reed (graduation)

Summary: The Sundevils should be improved from a year ago, but not enough to scare anyone in league.

Head Coach: Rich Sullivan (3rd Year)

Last year's record: 17 – 10 (9 – 3, tied for 2nd)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in Quarterfinals.

Key players: Devin Wada (Sr, 5'09"), Matt Vitkus (Sr, 5'10"), Kevin Bowcock (Sr, 6'03"), Nick Cardona (Sr, 6'04")

Losses to overcome: Wesley Monnell (graduation), Tyler Moyneur (graduation)

Summary: The Eagles return a seasoned group that should make some noise in Division 2.

Head Coach: Curtis Hofmeister (2nd Year)

Last year's record: 12 – 17 (2 – 10, tied for 6th)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in Quarterfinals.

Key players: Dan Tice (Sr, 6'07"), Diarmen Underwood (Jr, 6'00"), Jorge Vazquez (Jr, 6'04"), Taylor Darby (So, 6'06")

Losses to overcome: None

Summary: The Grizzlies made strides in their first year, and they may prove to be a serious contender for the league crown

by the end of the year.

Head Coach: Corey Hogue (2nd Year)

Last year's record: 18 – 9 (9 – 3, tied for 2nd)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in 1st Round.

Key players: Nedal Tartir (Sr, 6'00"), Timoor Taufig (Sr, 6'07")

Losses to overcome: John Cottey (Palomar CC), Ryan Dew (graduation)

Summary: Cottey is a significant loss, but the Patriots will attempt to overcome their inside flaws with foreign transfer

Taufig and strong perimeter play.

Head Coach: Paul Baldwin (8th Year)

Last year's record: 19 – 10 (10 – 2, 1st)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in 1st Round.

Key players: Theo Overstreet (Jr, 5'08"), Richard LaFleur (Jr, 6'07"), Brandon Ness (Sr, 6'02")

Losses to overcome: Matt Adams (graduation), Kevin Small (graduation), Jose Orona (Mira Costa CC)

Summary: Graduation losses will be hard to overcome but the Cougars have a solid nucleus.

Head Coach: Mike Schanze (4th Year)

Last year's record: 4 – 23 (2 – 10, tied for 6th)

Last year's playoffs: None

Key players: Alex Dapron (Sr, 6'04"), Chase Boberg (Jr, 6'00"), Trevor Reilly (Sr, 6'03")

Losses to overcome: Jordan Armstrong (graduation)

Summary: Coming off a tough year, the Jaguars look poised to make some big strides.

Head Coach: Ken Scheib (4th Year)

Last year's record: 16 – 12 (6 – 6, 4th)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in 1st Round.

Key players: Danny Meaney (Sr, 6'00")

Losses to overcome: Joey Bess (graduation), Casey Hight (graduation)

Summary: It looks to be a tough year for the Bulldogs.

Head Coach: Mike Triolo (1st Year)

Last year's record: 9 – 19 (4 – 8, 5th)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in 1st Round.

Key players: Preston Rawlings (Jr, 6'00")

Losses to overcome: Alex Bemanian (graduation), Dylan McCarthy (graduation), Keith Cressy (graduation)

Summary: The loss of Bemanian is huge as the Knights face a rebuilding year.

Head Coach: John King (13th Year)

Last year's record: 19 – 11 (4 – 6, tied for 3rd)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in CIF D-2 Championship; Lost in State 1st Round.

Key players: Marcus Wilson (Sr, 6'03"), Gerald McLemore (Jr, 6'03"), Kenton Walker (Jr, 6'09"),

Adontis Flournoy (Jr, 6'02")

Losses to overcome: A.J. Array (graduation), Bryan Petry (graduation)

Summary: A talented nucleus returns for the Falcons who are the favorites to win the Division 2 CIF Championship.

Head Coach: Demetrius Laffitte (5th Year)

Last year's record: 12– 17 (4 – 6, tied for 3rd)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in Quarterfinals.

Key players: Ed Howell (Sr, 6'07"), Demetrius Monroe (Sr, 6'09"), Demetrius Sumler (Sr, 6'00"), Brock Webber (Sr, 5'11")

Losses to overcome: Stanley Hoenig (graduation), Thad Jackson (transferred to Florida), Scott Peoples (graduation)

Summary: The Dons have solid perimeter play to go along with their inside presence. In its new home, Cathedral should

be a strong contender for both the league title and a Division 3 CIF crown.

Head Coach: Mike Haupt (11th Year)

Last year's record: 31 – 1 (10 – 0, 1st)

Last year's playoffs: Won CIF D-3 Championship; Lost in State Final.

Key players:Robert Hayes (Jr, 5'11"), A.J. Manalo (Sr, 5'10"), Russell Wooten (Sr, 6'04"), Reid Bouchard (Sr, 6'08")

Losses to overcome: James Pinkney (Univ. Puget Sound), Andre Hardy (Prep School), Justin Johnson (football @ Grossmont JC)

Summary: Graduation losses will be hard to overcome but a strong backcourt returns for the Saints who may surprise by

the end of the year.

Head Coach: Dennis Kane (3rd Year)

Last year's record: 9 – 14 (1 – 9, 6th)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in 1st Round.

Key players: James Hancock (Jr, 6'05"), Marcus Parham (Sr, 5'08"), Isaac Parham (Jr, 5'10"), Jamar White (Sr, 6'01")

Losses to overcome: Dat Pham (graduation)

Summary: The Buccaneers have some young talent that continues to improve. May still be a year away from being a

serious contender, but the Bucs should be improved.

Head Coach: Kamal Assaf (2nd Year)

Last year's record: 13 – 15 (4 – 6, tied for 3rd)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in Quarterfinals.

Key players: Jack Peterson (Jr, 5'10"), Darren Green (Sr, 6'00"), Spencer Moyer (So, 5'11"),

Gunther Gettelfinger (Jr, 6'05")

Losses to overcome: Martin Waldon (graduation), Cooper Waddell (graduation)

Summary: Graduation will have an effect but the Vikings return a solid nucleus.

Head Coach: Terry Stonebreaker (2nd Year)

Last year's record: 19 – 10 (6 – 4, 2nd)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in Semi-finals.

Key players: Aubrey Hoyle (Sr, 6'06"), Daniel Spinosa (Sr, 6'04"), Soren Rosier (Sr, 6'02")

Losses to overcome: Tim Island (prep school), Joe Oliviera (graduation)

Summary: A rebuilding year looms, as graduation losses will be hard to overcome for the Centurions.

Head Coach: Kenny Roy (1st Year)

Last year's record: 9 – 16 (5 – 7, 5th)

Last year's playoffs: None

Key players: Jamelle Horne (Jr, 6'07"), Isaiah Davis (Jr, 5'11"), Willie Basey (Jr, 6'06"), Marcus Shannon (Sr, 6'02")

Losses to overcome: Antwon Hollingsworth (graduation), Jakari Blake (graduation), Chezaray Harris (graduation)

Summary: The Cavers should rebound from a disappointing year behind the talents of Horne.

Head Coach: John Pisapia (2nd Year)

Last year's record: 19 – 8 (10 – 2, tied for 1st)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in Quarterfinals.

Key players: Corey Wright (Sr, 6'00"), Lashard Anderson (Jr, 5'09"), Greg Murray (Jr, 6'04")

Losses to overcome: Edward Saddler (graduation), Ronnell Williams (Cuyamaca College)

Summary: A talented group returns for the Conquistadors as they try to win a consecutive league title.

Head Coach: Jeff Harper (3rd Year)

Last year's record: 11 – 16 (7 – 5, 3rd)

Last year's playoffs: None

Key players: Kevin Dale (Jr, 6'03"), Darius Savage (Sr, 6'05"), Andre Martin (Sr, 6'04"), Remil Landrum (So, 5'09"),

Chris Humphries (So, 6'03")

Losses to overcome: Alex Butcher (graduation), Josh Davis (graduation), Tim Chisholm (graduation)

Summary: The Tigers return some size and athleticism, and are poised to make a run at the league title.

Head Coach: Dan Regas (7th Year)

Last year's record: 19 – 9 (10 – 2, tied for 1st)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in 1st Round.

Key players: Eric Garcia-Bland (So, 6'01"), Markques Simas (Jr, 6'03")

Losses to overcome: Danny Nguyen (graduation), Tyler Stewart (graduation)

Summary: Bland and Simas form a quality backcourt, but the Marauders must find an inside presence to compete for the

league crown.

Head Coach: Carl Bronson (4th Year)

Last year's record: 13 – 9 (6 – 6, 4th)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in Quarterfinals.

Key players: Mark Jefferies (Sr, 6'04"), Alex Zeitounian (So, 6'05"), Anthony Zeitounian (So, 6'05")

Losses to overcome: Brandon Desing (graduation), Robert Brown (graduation), Haroun Arefi (graduation)

Summary: Jefferies leads an inexperienced but talented nucleus for the Komets.

Head Coach: Jack Morgenstern (1st Year)

Last year's record: 4 – 17 (1 – 11, 7th)

Last year's playoffs: None

Key players: Nick Richardson (Jr, 5'11"), Seth Kluver (Sr, 6'05")

Losses to overcome: Whitney Sheppard (graduation)

Summary: Some talent returns for the Patriots but still face uphill battle in a balanced and unpredictable league.

Head Coach: David Aros (1st Year)

Last year's record: 5 – 19 (3 – 9, 6th)

Last year's playoffs: None

Key players: Allen Hamm (Sr, 6'00"), Patrick Oberg (Sr, 6'04"), Josh Holmes (Sr, 6'01")

Losses to overcome: Brice Maslankowski (graduation), McCall Wollman (graduation), John Carbaugh (graduation)

Summary: A lot of questions, and the Pointers need to find some answers in a hurry.

Head Coach: Ollie Goulston (3rd Year)

Last year's record: 19 – 11 (8 – 2, 2nd)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in Semi-finals.

Key players: JayDee Luster (Jr, 5'10"), Todd Doxey (Jr, 6'02"), Ryon White (Sr, 6'08"), Keenan Patterson (Sr, 5'09")

Losses to overcome: Marcus Shannon (transfer to San Diego), Jamelle Horne (transfer to San Diego)

Summary: A ton of experience returns for the Cardinals including the inside-outside presence of Luster and White.

Should be a serious contender for the Division 2 CIF Crown.

Head Coach: Terry Tucker (2nd Year)

Last year's record: 13 – 18 (9 – 1, 1st)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in CIF D-3 Championship; Lost in State 1st Round.

Key players: Tyrone Shelley (Jr, 6'06"), Tyler Tucker (Jr, 5'09"), Malcolm Thomas (Sr, 6'07"), Jesus Coronado (Sr, 6'01")

Losses to overcome: Maurice Clady (graduation), Demetrius Thigpen (graduation), Jabari Lemmons (graduation),

Buai Tut (graduation)

Summary: Graduation losses will hurt but Shelley should help the Colts battle for league supremacy as well as the

Division 3 CIF title.

Head Coach: Brian Keiser (4th Year)

Last year's record: 9 – 18 (4 – 6, 4th)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in 1st Round.

Key players: Kenny Welch (Sr, 6'04"), Julian Goodin (Sr, 6'03"), Moala Tatuaa (Jr, 6'05")

Losses to overcome: None

Summary: The Chieftains need improved backcourt play, but they may be a wildcard in the league race.

Head Coach: Ken Bailey (2nd Year)

Last year's record: 9 – 18 (2 – 8, tied for 5th)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in 1st Round.

Key players: Derek Larson (Sr, 5'11"), Paulus Ivanauskas (Sr, 6'04"), Andrius Mikutis (Jr, 6'03"),

Viktor Asaciovas (Jr, 6'06")

Losses to overcome: C.J. Schroeder (graduation), Wayne Richards (graduation)

Summary: The Patriots should be vastly improved and may surprise some teams.

Head Coach: Sandy Dillon (13th Year)

Last year's record: 17 – 9 (5 – 5, 3rd)

Last year's playoffs: Lost in Quarterfinals.

Key players: Kevin Couture (Sr, 6'00"), Bryan Reed (Sr, 6'05"), Ryan Guard (Sr, 5'07")

Losses to overcome: Reid McLean (graduation), Adam Munns (graduation)

Summary: The Islanders should be solid but lack the firepower to contend for the league title.

Head Coach: Mike Jones (2nd Year)

Last year's record: 8 – 18 (2 – 8, tied for 5th)

Last year's playoffs: None

Key players: Sean Douglas (Sr, 6'06"), Delaney Alomar (Sr, 5'09"), Wes Hohe (Sr, 6'02"), Lamar Mitchell (Sr, 6'02")

Losses to overcome: Duane Owens (graduation), Terrance Long (graduation), Mychal Creedan (graduation)

Summary: Some talent returns for the Warhawks, but they still face an uphill battle in a surprisingly tough league.