A two-time CIF Champion, and San Diego Section Player of the Year, Derek Stockalper is the lone CHS Basketball grad honored in the school's "Wall of Fame." Stockalper earned championship rings in 2000 and 2002, and was named the Section's player of the year in '02. Stockalper signed with the University of San Diego out of high school, and played for the Torreros for one season. After a brief stint at Mira Costa College, he returned to the Division I level at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. After graduating college, Stockalper played professionally in Switzerland, earning Swiss Championships with the Lugano Tigers in 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2014. In 2008 he was named the league's player of the year by eurobasket.com. 

A dynamic scorer and passer, Chad was named the 2A Player of the Year by San Diego Section coaches in 1992. After graduating, Chad spent time on the east coast honing his skills at a prep school before returning to stand out at San Diego State University. Nelson ranks third in career assists for the Aztecs, trailing only the late Tony Gwynn and Richie Williams. in 2019, Chad returned to the Carlsbad program to serve as an assistant coach where he guided his nephew Jailen. 

Christian "Goose" Peterson is the quintessential example of grit, toughness, and Lancer Pride. Playing as a undersized big, Goose dominated the competition his Senior year in high school, averaging a double-double for the season (20.1 points & 10.2 rebounds). Goose led the Lancers to a 22-8 season, yet did not receive significant recruiting attention. He decided to attend UC Santa Barbara, and earned a spot on the team as a walk on during his Sophomore year. By Senior year, Goose had worked his way into the rotation, helping the Gauchos to consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances. 

The Lancers claimed their first ever CIF Boy's Basketball Championship, defeating the Islanders of Coronado High School 44-36 on March 2nd, 1963. Carlsbad was coached by Dmitri Poradosky. 

Playing in their 4th title game in 4 years, the Lancers prevailed over the rival Pirates by a final score of 65-56 on February 25th, 1966. 

The Lancers returned to the basketball spotlight under the direction of head coach Tom Tarantino. They defeated local power El Camino in the Division I title game 59-57 in double overtime on March 3rd, 2000. Tim Crenshaw paced the Lancers with 32 points, including 27 in the second half. This served as the rubber match between the Lancers and Wildcats, as the Avocado League foes had split their two regular season contests against one another. Derek Stockalper added 10 points for CHS. The game was played at SDSU's Cox Arena, and was the first CIF title game to extend past a single overtime. 

Returning to the championship game for the second time in three years, the Lancers once again squared off against El Camino High School, and coach Ray Johnson. This time, however, Carlsbad was led by Coach Scott Ogden. Led by San Diego Section Player of the Year Derek Stockalper, the Lancers defeated the Wildcats by a final score of 63-56. 

Playing in their second championship game in as many years, the Lancers defeated RBV by a final of 72-54 on February 23rd, 2019. Third year head coach Sam Eshelman's Lancers were led by Junior point guard Jailen Nelson, who finished the game with 21 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists, and 5 steals. Carter Plousha added 14 points, while Brogan Pietrocini chipped in 13. The Lancers outscored the Longhorns 17-4 in the opening quarter and never looked back. The game was played at the recently renovated RIMAC Arena on the campus of UC San Diego. 

The "Dig In" Award was introduced in 2017 by Coach Sam Eshelman. The award recognizes the toughest and grittiest player on the roster. Award winners represent the player considered to be the best team member to have in a fox hole, and embody what the program strives to produce. These players are coachable, hard working, and selfless. They put the team first, and work tirelessly in the pursuit of athletic excellence.