
Sat Jan 31 17:40:00 UTC 2026: # Pearl City Lady Chargers Secure OIA D2 Girls Basketball Championship
The Story:
The Pearl City Lady Chargers triumphed over the Kaiser Cougars with a score of 30-24 to claim the Oahu Interscholastic Association (OIA) D2 Girls Basketball Championship on January 29, 2026. The game, held at McKinley High School, saw the Lady Chargers overcome a third-quarter deficit with a strong fourth-quarter performance. This victory marks their second OIA D2 Championship under Head Coach Kyle Martin and the program’s third overall.
Key Points:
- The Pearl City Lady Chargers won the OIA D2 Girls Basketball Championship on January 29, 2026.
- They defeated the Kaiser Cougars with a score of 30-24.
- Kyrie Chen of Pearl City led the team with 10 points and was named Spectrum OC16 Impact Player of the Game.
- Trinidad Gonzalez Salazar contributed 9 points with three 3-pointers.
- Riya Tobosa scored 8 points for the Lady Chargers.
- Lylamarie Moura of Kaiser led all scorers with 12 points.
- The Lady Chargers will compete in the HHSAA State Division 2 Girls Basketball Championships from February 4-7 at the Hilo Civic Center.
Key Takeaways:
- The Pearl City Lady Chargers’ victory underscores the strength and development of their girls’ basketball program under Head Coach Kyle Martin.
- Kyrie Chen’s outstanding performance highlights her importance to the team’s success.
- The upcoming HHSAA State Division 2 Girls Basketball Championships present an opportunity for the Lady Chargers to further showcase their talent on a statewide stage.