High school sports across Marin County are heating up this fall. Volleyball, tennis, cross country, and water polo teams are delivering standout performances.
From freshman phenoms in Larkspur to seasoned leaders in Mill Valley and Ross, the week was packed with dominant wins and nail-biting finishes. Rising stars are ready to shine as league play intensifies.
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Here’s a look at the action, highlighting the athletes and schools making headlines around Redwood, Tamalpais, Branson, Marin Catholic, and beyond.
Volleyball Powerhouses Keep Rolling
In Larkspur, Redwood High’s girls volleyball team kept their season rolling and stayed undefeated in MCAL league play. Standout freshman Jora Vangorder racked up 11 kills and five aces as the Giants swept Terra Linda: 25-8, 25-9, 25-20.
Logan Leverte and Haley Boyarski chipped in eight kills each. Delaney Jackson added seven kills to help seal the win for the Giants, who now sit at 11-6 overall and 4-0 in MCAL play.
Looking Ahead: Redwood vs. Marin Catholic
Redwood’s next challenge is a big one—a showdown against Marin Catholic in Kentfield this Wednesday night. With Redwood’s perfect league record and Marin Catholic’s deep tradition, fans from towns like Corte Madera and Tiburon can’t wait to see who comes out on top.
Tam High and Branson Dominate at Home
In Mill Valley, Tamalpais High’s Red-tailed Hawks made quick work of Novato. They won in three sets: 25-8, 25-21, 25-11.
Senior leader Natalie Stanford powered through with 15 kills and three blocks. Emmeline Sandgren set the pace with 31 assists and six aces, while Autumn Howard added three aces and four digs.
The Hawks now stand at 15-6 overall and 3-2 in league play.
Branson’s Consistent Success
Over in Ross, the Branson Bulls kept things rolling, sweeping San Marin with set scores of 25-7, 25-14, 25-18. The Bulls’ deep roster and relentless energy have them right in the mix in MCAL competition.
Marin Academy Clinches a Close Win
San Rafael’s Marin Academy edged out San Domenico in BCL West play, taking a straight-set win. Sierra Chang led the charge with 13 kills and nine digs.
Noah Zalayet held down the defense with 15 digs and two aces. Now at 17-8 overall and 5-1 in BCL West, the Cougars are making noise outside of MCAL.
Tennis Triumphs in Terra Linda
On the tennis courts, Terra Linda High swept San Rafael 7-0 in MCAL girls tennis action. The No. 1 singles win by Kylie Lee stood out, along with a gritty No. 2 singles victory from Chloe Sason—6-3, 4-6, 10-5.
This win gives Terra Linda’s tennis program even more momentum in Marin County’s high school scene.
Novato’s Cross Country Effort
From the trails of Half Moon Bay, Novato High’s Cruz Indra delivered a big performance at the Artichoke Invitational. Out of 231 runners, Indra took 40th, finishing the 2.3-mile course in 13:14.
His run keeps Novato in the conversation in the North Bay cross country circuit.
Archie Williams Splits in Water Polo
In Fairfax, Archie Williams High’s boys water polo team beat Los Altos 12-9, with Nate Greenberg scoring five goals. The girls team fought hard but lost 10-9 after a late rally.
Both squads showed grit and determination, making some noise in the Bay Area water polo scene.
Fall Sports Across Marin County
Volleyball teams in Larkspur, Mill Valley, and Ross have been putting on some truly impressive shows this fall. Over in Terra Linda, tennis players are racking up victories and making it look easy.
Novato’s cross country runners keep grinding out tough races, showing serious grit every weekend. Meanwhile, Fairfax has seen its share of heated water polo clashes that have fans buzzing.
It feels like the whole county—San Rafael, Kentfield, you name it—has turned out to back their schools. Rivalries are heating up, records are at stake, and honestly, the next few weeks could get wild for Marin sports fans.
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Here is the source article for this story: Sports briefs: Redwood stays unbeaten ahead of clash with Marin Catholic
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