The Ultimate 2025 Edison High School Basketball Deep Dive: 5 Programs Defining The Next Era
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Edison High School (Fresno, CA) Tigers: The JaMarr Chisom Era Begins
The biggest news in the Central Section comes from Fresno, where the Edison High School Tigers Boys’ Basketball program is undergoing a significant leadership change. This move is a clear signal of the school's intent to elevate its status in the competitive County/Metro 2 League.- Location: Fresno, California (Central Section)
- Team Name: Tigers
- League: County/Metro 2 League
- Head Coach (Boys): JaMarr Chisom (Hired April 2025)
- Notable Alumni: Greg Smith (Fresno State), Frank J. Johnson, Sr. (Fresno State)
- 2025 Focus: Program re-energization under new leadership
The Impact of Coach Chisom's New Appointment
The announcement on April 4, 2025, that JaMarr Chisom was hired as the new head coach has generated considerable buzz in the Fresno area. Chisom, who previously coached at Roosevelt High School, brings a fresh perspective and a new system to the Tigers. This coaching change is a critical development for the 2025-2026 season, as the team looks to build a consistent powerhouse in the County/Metro 2 League. The community is rallying behind the new coach, with support campaigns already underway to help Chisom lead the program to victory. The Tigers have a history of producing high-level talent. Alumni like Greg Smith, who had a dominant high school career averaging 22 points, 15 rebounds, five assists, and five blocks as a junior before moving on to Fresno State, set a high bar for the current generation of players. The focus now is on Chisom leveraging this historical success to establish a new, winning culture.Edison High School (Huntington Beach, CA) Chargers: Hosting the CIF Championship
Edison High School in Huntington Beach, a perennial contender in Orange County, is not only focused on its own team success but also on its role as a major host for high-level competition. The Chargers' program is known for its stability and participation in elite showcases.- Location: Huntington Beach, California (CIF Southern Section)
- Team Name: Chargers
- League: Sunset League
- Head Coach (Boys, 2024-2025): Rich Boyce
- Notable Program Feature: Host site for CIF-SS Championship Finals
- 2025 Focus: Championship hosting duties and Sunset League dominance
A Hub for Southern California Basketball Excellence
The Chargers' gymnasium will be the epicenter of Southern Section basketball, as Edison High School is the designated host for the CIF Southern Section Championship Finals on Saturday, March 1, 2025. This is a tremendous honor and a testament to the school's facilities and organizational capabilities. The school’s basketball booster club is a highly active 501(c)(3) organization, reflecting the deep community support for the program. The boys' varsity team, which competes in the tough Sunset League, benefits from remarkable coaching stability. Rich Boyce, who served as the Head Coach for the 2024-2025 season, has been a fixture at EHS for over two decades, starting as the head basketball coach in 2001 before also taking on the Athletic Director role. While MaxPreps lists Josh Beaty as the Head Coach for the 2025-2026 season, the program's foundation is strong, with staff like Josh Zumkehr bringing over two decades of coaching experience. The team is also a prominent participant in elite events, such as the Landry Fields Showcase, where they secured a victory in December 2025.Historic and Active Edison Basketball Programs Across the US
The name "Edison" appears on high schools with basketball teams that have achieved significant milestones and continue to compete fiercely in their respective states. These programs add depth and topical authority to the national conversation around Edison High School basketball.1. Edison High School (Detroit, MI)
The Detroit Edison program is notable for its championship pedigree, even achieving an MHSAA boys' basketball title despite entering the playoffs with a sub-.500 record. This achievement highlights the unpredictable nature of high school tournaments and the potential for any team, regardless of regular-season performance, to peak at the right time and secure a state title.2. Edison High School (Torrance, CA) Knights
While the Huntington Beach Chargers often dominate the Southern California headlines, the Torrance Edison High School Knights have their own championship history. The girls' basketball program secured a 4-A Champion title in 1994, cementing their place in the CIF athletic history books. This demonstrates a strong tradition of success across both genders in the Edison family of schools.3. Edison High School (Elmira Heights, NY) Spartans
Upstate New York's Edison Spartans are another active program to watch. Their MaxPreps feed confirms an active varsity boys' basketball season for 2025, indicating a commitment to the sport in the Elmira Heights community. Similarly, the Edison Wildcats in Richmond, Ohio, are also confirmed to have an active varsity program for the 2025 winter season.Recruiting and Program Outlook for the 2025-2026 Season
The landscape of Edison High School basketball is dynamic, with recruiting and player development being top priorities. The new coaching change at Fresno Edison with JaMarr Chisom will immediately put a spotlight on player recruitment and retention in the Central Valley. Chisom's success will be measured by his ability to attract and develop top-tier talent to compete against rivals in the County/Metro 2 League. Meanwhile, the Huntington Beach Chargers, with their established coaching staff and tradition of playing in high-profile tournaments like the Landry Fields Showcase, will continue to be a destination for players seeking exposure in the CIF Southern Section. The transition of the Head Coach role to Josh Beaty for the 2025-2026 season, following the long and successful tenure of Rich Boyce, suggests a planned continuation of the program’s winning philosophy. For fans and college recruiters, following the 2025-2026 schedules for these programs—especially the Fresno Tigers and Huntington Beach Chargers—will be essential to spotting the next wave of high school basketball stars. The foundation is set for an exciting new era of competition, marked by fresh leadership, historic venues, and the relentless pursuit of championship glory across all the Edison High Schools.
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