Struggling California JUCO Programs Seek Rare Win in Porterville

PORTERVILLE, Calif. (Interstat) — Two men’s junior college basketball teams mired in lengthy losing streaks will meet Saturday when the Porterville Pirates host the Gavilan Rams.

The non-conference matchup features a pair of programs with a combined 2-22 record this season. Porterville (1-10) has lost four straight games since its lone victory, a 70-68 win over Hartnell on Dec. 6. The Pirates are coming off an 84-44 home loss to Antelope Valley on Friday.

Gavilan (0-12) remains in search of its first win. The Rams fell 92-62 to Ohlone at home on Thursday, their 12th consecutive defeat to open the campaign. Their losses have come by an average margin of 24.8 points.

A player to watch for the Rams is Myron Stamps. He scored six points with three rebounds in limited action against Skyline on Dec. 4, and pulled down eight rebounds with two assists and two blocks against San Mateo on Nov. 20.

According to Interstat’s ELO system, Porterville is projected with a 75.80 percent probability to win Saturday’s contest.

Both teams will look to build momentum before breaking for the holiday. Gavilan will host Feather River on Dec. 19. Porterville plays at Butte on Dec. 19 before hosting Pasadena City on Dec. 20.

Tip-off is set for Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, at Porterville College.