Athletics News
Pirates Earn First Win, Defeat Barstow College 61-45
November 07, 2025
The Palo Verde women’s basketball team captured its first win of the season with a 61–45 victory over Barstow College at the LA Southwest Crossover.
Pirates Bounce Back, Dominate Imperial Valley 91–44
November 01, 2025
After dropping a close contest to Palomar College on Friday, the Palo Verde Pirates men’s basketball team bounced back in dominant fashion, defeating Imperial Valley College 91–44 at the Battle of the Desert Classic.
Brookelynn Thomas Leaves Her Mark at Palo Verde, Commits to La Sierra University
July 03, 2025
In her debut season, the 5’9” point guard led the team in scoring, averaging 16.2 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 4 assists per game, earning her IEAC First-Team All-Conference honors. After receiving multiple offers, Thomas recently committed to continue her academic and athletic career at La Sierra University (Division II) in Riverside, California.
Palo Verde Men's Basketball Ushers in New Era with Promising Start
November 02, 2024
There’s enthusiasm that surrounds the Palo Verde men's basketball program as first-year head coach Jason Billie takes over the program. The team's season-opening weekend previewed what this team is capable of, with a dominant 103-69 victory over Imperial Valley College followed by a hard-fought 84-88 loss to Southwestern College.
Palo Verde Women's Basketball Shows Promise Despite Season-Opening Losses
November 01, 2024
The Palo Verde College women's basketball team faced tough competition in their season-opening weekend, falling 34-60 to Pasadena City College and 55-89 to Fullerton College.
2024 Women's Basketball Preview
October 03, 2024
Head coach Derrick Jackson joins us to discuss the upcoming 2024-25 women's basketball season. Entering his second year, Jackson looks forward to growing the program and creating opportunities for student-athletes at the next level.
Jason Billie Selected as the new Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Palo Verde College
June 12, 2024
Palo Verde College's director of athletics, Ryan Copple, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Billie as the new head men's basketball coach.
Game Recaps 11/19/22
November 20, 2022
2022-23 Men's Basketball Schedule
October 03, 2022
Palo Verde men's basketball opens season against Arizona Western on Tuesday, November 1, 2022.