Prep talk: Bellflower basketball team celebrates first league title since 1978
Briefly

Zach Carter, in his second season as head coach, has achieved remarkable success by guiding Bellflower High to its first league basketball championship since 1978. With a record of 20-8, the team clinched the Mid-Cities League title with a close victory against Downey. Carter, a former assistant coach and protégé of Patrick Roy, emphasizes hard work and a positive culture among his players. The excitement was palpable during the championship victory, highlighting the support from fans and school leadership.
Carter was a protege of Patrick Roy, having been an assistant at Inglewood and St. Paul.
It was crazy," Carter said of the reaction in the gym. "The fans, the principal.
The kids just worked hard," Carter said. "I've always preached culture.
The team is 20-8 and won the Mid-Cities League title with a 50-47 win over Downey.
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