This article spotlights a big high school baseball win in the North Bay. San Rafael High’s Bulldogs shut out Sonoma Valley 5-0, powered by Colby Jackson’s dominant pitching.
It also covers College of Marin’s plan to relaunch its Athletics Hall of Fame for the college’s centennial. There’s a call for nominations, too.
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San Rafael High’s dominant performance on Marin County’s diamond
The Bulldogs made some noise with a five-run shutout, holding the Sonoma Valley Titans scoreless. That win bumped San Rafael’s season record up to 8-6, which really shows the team’s grit this year.
Teams from Novato to Larkspur probably took notice. Colby Jackson took the spotlight on the mound, tossing seven strong innings and striking out 12 batters.
He scattered just five hits. It was a complete-game gem that let San Rafael take control early.
Fans in Fairfax and San Anselmo are sure to remember this 5-0 shutout. It’s the kind of performance that sticks with you all spring.
Pitcher Colby Jackson: a seven-inning gem in San Rafael
Jackson set the tempo, and Sonoma Valley never really threatened. The Bulldog defense backed him up, handling everything that came their way.
Nothing crossed the plate for Sonoma through six innings. Then, in the fifth inning, San Rafael’s lineup broke through with a three-run burst.
Key moments and player highlights
- Noah Shapiro kicked off the scoring with an RBI single in the fifth.
- Sebi Chick ripped a two-run double, making it 3-0 Bulldogs.
- In the seventh, Jax Kolotkin and Lachlan Royston each drew bases-loaded walks, tacking on two more runs.
- Kolotkin ended up with a team-high two hits, which fans from Mill Valley surely appreciated.
College of Marin to relaunch Athletics Hall of Fame for its centennial
Elsewhere in the county, College of Marin is bringing back its Athletics Hall of Fame as part of the college’s centennial. This Hall of Fame spans decades of Marin sports history.
They’re looking for nominations to honor the region’s top contributors to collegiate athletics and Marin’s sports culture. If you know someone who fits, now’s the time to speak up.
Nomination categories
- Former student-athletes
- Coaches
- Teams
- Administrators
- Contributors
- Special category for impactful faculty and staff
How to submit nominations and why Marin history matters
Nominations are open through April 22 at the College of Marin athletics site: athletics.marin.edu. Here’s a real shot to honor the spirit of Marin County’s sports communities—from San Rafael to Sausalito, Novato to Mill Valley.
If you live in San Rafael or nearby towns like Novato, Tiburon, or San Anselmo, recognizing athletes, teams, and coaches feels like preserving a piece of local identity. The Hall of Fame centennial pulls together Marin’s high schools and colleges, shining a light on student-athletes who’ve carried the county’s sports tradition into adulthood and leadership.
As San Rafael’s baseball season gets underway and Marin’s alumni gather for ceremonies, you can almost feel the shared memory of these athletes—on the field in San Rafael, in the classroom at College of Marin’s Kentfield campus—deepening the region’s sense of place. Maybe you’re catching a game in Larkspur, or tuning in to a College of Marin induction in Corte Madera; either way, it’s Marin County’s moment to look back on its athletic pedigree and, maybe, wonder about its next chapter.
Here is the source article for this story: Sports briefs: Jackson tosses gem in San Rafael victory
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