This recap dives into Friday’s Marin County high school baseball showdown between Redwood High School in Larkspur and Marin Catholic in Kentfield. Marin Catholic stretched its dominance as Redwood saw its five-game winning streak snapped at 8-3.
Redwood slipped to 19-7 on the season, while Marin Catholic improved to 22-2-1. The Bay Area prep scene once again showed why Marin County is a hotbed for talented young players—from San Rafael and Sausalito to Mill Valley and Corte Madera.
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Game recap: Marin Catholic outlasts Redwood in a Bay Area rivalry
Redwood’s efforts stood out thanks to Elle McElreath, who went 2-for-3 with a stolen base and two RBIs. Marin Catholic’s offense and pitching really carried the day, with Malliah Foster tossing a seven-inning gem.
Foster gave up just two earned runs (three total) on six hits and struck out ten. She’s now struck out at least five in 16 straight appearances, which is just wild consistency.
Italia Tinnel delivered a big impact for the Wildcats, going 2-for-3 with three RBIs and a triple. Morgan Carlson chipped in a 2-for-4 performance, adding two runs, a stolen base, and a double.
Marin Catholic had been on a tear at the plate lately, averaging 9.5 runs per game across the two games before this one. That’s a serious offensive surge, stretching from Corte Madera up to San Rafael.
Key performers for Marin Catholic
- Malliah Foster — seven innings pitched, two earned runs allowed, ten strikeouts
- Italia Tinnel — 2-for-3 with three RBIs and a triple
- Morgan Carlson — 2-for-4 with two runs, a stolen base and a double
Redwood’s bright spots amid the loss
Even in defeat, Redwood found a bright spot in McElreath’s crisp all-around effort. Her two hits and two RBIs highlighted the Tigers’ resilience as they tried to counter Marin Catholic’s multi-pronged attack.
Redwood, based in Larkspur near Cascade Canyon, still looks like a dangerous squad at home and on the road. They’ve shown grit through the towns that cradle Marin County—San Rafael, Mill Valley, and Corte Madera alike.
Redwood’s takeaway from the night
- Elle McElreath — 2-for-3 with a stolen base and two RBIs
What this means for Marin County prep baseball going forward
Neither team has listed a next-game date yet. The late-spring schedule in Marin County feels uncertain as coaches in Larkspur, Kentfield, and San Rafael rethink their rosters and lineups.
Marin Catholic’s victory adds another highlight to the Wildcats’ growing resume. Lately, they’ve been averaging almost ten runs a game, which has San Rafael’s fans buzzing.
Scouts in Mill Valley are already eyeing future matchups with other Bay Area programs. Around Corte Madera and beyond, this result just reminds everyone why Marin County high school baseball is still such a draw.
The rivalries—like Redwood beneath Mount Tamalpais and Marin Catholic up in the hills above San Rafael—bring out clutch hits and tense pitching duels. Families from Fairfax to Novato show up, hoping to see something special.
As the season edges closer to its end, expect more cross-town showdowns and tough road games. It’s hard not to feel like the Bay Area’s prep baseball scene is still one of the most competitive in Northern California.
Stay tuned for updates on upcoming Redwood and Marin Catholic schedules as the post-season picture begins to take shape across Marin County—from Larkspur to Kentfield to San Rafael and beyond.
Here is the source article for this story: Softball Recap: Friday’s Defeat Ends Redwood’s Winning Streak
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