"She's so incredibly shifty. She's really dynamic. She's one of the most talented scorers and makes big shots at critical moments. - Mitty coach Sue Phillips describing Kaleena Smith's playing style and ability to perform in crucial moments during the championship game."
"At one point, Waliczko and Smith were exchanging baskets, answering each other as the crowd became even more engaged knowing these were two future WNBA players doing battle. The Knights pulled away in the fourth quarter with Smith and Griffin stepping up."
Ontario Christian won the California state Open Division girls' basketball championship, defeating Archbishop Mitty 56-49 at Golden 1 Center. Junior guard Kaleena Smith delivered an outstanding performance with 24 points, five assists, and critical baskets throughout the game. Skylah Archer contributed a career-high 14 points, and Tatianna Griffin added 12 points. The Knights pulled away in the fourth quarter after a competitive three-quarter battle. Archbishop Mitty, led by Iowa-bound McKenna Waliczko with 19 points and 10 rebounds, finished as runner-up for the fifth consecutive season. Ontario Christian finished 34-2 after being upset by Sierra Canyon in the Southern Section final but regrouping for the state championship.
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