Sports fans in Marin County have a wild weekend ahead. High school and college teams are gearing up for a packed slate of games, both at home and away.
From tennis in Tiburon to basketball battles in San Rafael, and cross-town rivalries in Ross and Larkspur, there’s a lot to look forward to. Whether you’re following Dominican University’s travels or cheering for your neighborhood high school, you’ll find plenty of ways to tap into the Marin County sports spirit.
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College Sports Spotlight: Dominican University Hits the Road
Dominican University opens the weekend with a trip to Lodi for the Pacific Invite. This event pulls in collegiate talent from all over the region.
The Penguins don’t slow down after that. They’ll take on Point Loma in Irvine and then return to San Rafael to face Concordia.
Opportunities to Catch Dominican Close to Home
If you can’t make it to Lodi or Irvine, you’re not out of luck. Dominican’s home game against Concordia should be packed with energy and that home-court buzz.
High School Rivalries Heat Up
Friday’s schedule is loaded with matchups that’ll have local gyms and fields lit up. These games go beyond just competition—they’re about old rivalries and real community pride from Novato to Tomales.
Friday Afternoon Showdowns
Friday afternoon brings a bunch of can’t-miss games:
- Archie Williams visits Redwood at 4 p.m. in Larkspur.
- Lick-Wilmerding matches up with Marin Academy in San Rafael at 4 p.m.
- Redwood hosts Tamalpais at 3:30 p.m.
- Terra Linda travels to San Rafael at 3:30 p.m.
- San Marin faces Marin Catholic at the Bay Club in Ross at 3:30 p.m.
Evening Games Bring the Energy
For anyone who likes the vibe under the lights, the evening contests won’t disappoint. The energy always feels different once the sun drops in Marin.
Friday Night Favorites
Friday night features these matchups:
- Elsie Allen visiting Tomales at 6 p.m.
- Novato traveling to Healdsburg at 7 p.m.
- San Rafael taking on Sonoma Valley at 7 p.m.
- Tam at Novato (6:30 p.m.)
- San Marin at Branson (6:30 p.m.)
- Marin Academy visiting San Domenico (6:30 p.m.)
Tennis Sweeps Across Marin County
Tennis will also grab the spotlight this weekend. Two tournaments are set to bring out both players and fans to prime Marin venues.
Where to Watch Great Tennis
If you’re near Tiburon, the Tiburon Challenger starts at the Tiburon Peninsula Club at 11 a.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, San Rafael hosts the W35 tournament at the Marin Tennis Club, also kicking off at 11 a.m.
Both events promise some top-tier tennis right in Marin’s backyard.
Saturday Tournament Action
On Saturday, Marin County schools will hit the road for several tournaments. These trips are a chance for local athletes to test themselves against teams from all over Northern California.
Teams on the Move
- Archie Williams and Novato compete in the Artichoke Invitational in Half Moon Bay.
- Terra Linda plays at Albany’s tournament.
- San Rafael visits Rancho Cotate.
- Terra Linda heads to Cardinal Newman.
- Archie Williams travels to Los Altos for back-to-back games.
Maybe you’re in San Rafael, Novato, Ross, or Larkspur. Either way, there’s no shortage of reasons to get out and cheer this weekend.
Home games, heated rivalries, road trips, and a handful of tournaments are all packed into one weekend in Marin County. Honestly, it’s shaping up to be a pretty exciting stretch for local sports fans.
Why not grab a schedule and bundle up for those evening games? Show up for your local teams—they’re definitely ready to put on a show.
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