The 2024-2025 Archbishop Riordan boys basketball team has picked up right where they left off last year after they set records and made it to the CCS (Central Coast Selection) open division NorCal finals. As of press time, they are 6-0 and won the Crusader Classic over Sacred Heart Prep in an impressive 50 point blowout.

Head coach Joey Curtin ’01 said, “It’s a new season and a new team so we aren’t worried about any losses from last year. We’ve been working hard every day . . . skill training, weight training and at team practices.”

Additionally, they’ve won three games by 24, 42, and 41 points.

Nico Rivera ’27, a fan, said, “I think the team has been looking good so far and can make it all the way.”

Despite the fact that key players left in the offseason, the players feel confident in their team’s ability to win this year with their ability to win this year with their new additions.

Varsity player John Tofi ’25 said, “We’ve been preparing a lot this off-season, and especially losing some key pieces.”

He added, “But I think our team is better than last year, so I like our squad going into this year.”

Jasir Rencher ’25 added, “You can expect lots of winning and highlight plays.”

The team has a new mentality as they carry on throughout the season.

Center Nes Emeneke ’25 expressed the difference about this year’s team, saying, “Less ego . . . everybody buying into the common goal which is ultimately winning it all.”

As their season progresses and the team continues to grow and play on, they hope to become the league champions, CCS and NorCal title holders, and state champions.