This article recaps a dominant showing by Marin Catholic High School boys basketball in the Bambauer Classic quarterfinals. The Wildcats rolled past Heritage of Brentwood and now look like a real tournament favorite.
Balanced scoring, constant substitutions, and relentless energy have fueled Marin Catholic’s early-season success. It’s been a winning formula so far.
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Marin Catholic Showcases Depth in Bambauer Classic Rout
Fans in Greenbrae, Kentfield, Larkspur, and Corte Madera have seen it before—Marin Catholic’s depth makes them tough to beat. The Wildcats dismantled Heritage (Brentwood) 92-61 in the Bambauer Classic quarterfinals, bumping their record to 9-2 and sending a message to the rest of the field.
Marin Catholic surged ahead early and never let up. By halftime, they held a 54-33 lead, thanks to sharp shooting and constant ball movement that left Heritage scrambling.
A Rotation That Wears Opponents Down
Head coach Kevin Vasquez has become a familiar name in Marin County hoops circles from Novato to Mill Valley. He’s built a system around constant five-man rotations.
Instead of leaning on just one or two stars, Marin Catholic keeps sending in fresh legs. “It lets guys give maximum effort,” Vasquez says, knowing they’ll get a breather and come back energized.
Every Wildcats player made an impact. You could feel the energy on the court.
Balanced Scoring Defines Wildcats’ Attack
Four Marin Catholic players scored in double figures, which really shows this team’s balance. Henry Dibble hit four three-pointers and finished with 14 points.
Oliver Myers and Dibble combined for 26 points just in the first half. That’s a lot of firepower before the break.
Jack Herman had the most explosive run, ending with a team-high 15 points and six rebounds. He poured in 11 points in the third quarter, which pushed the game out of reach and fired up the Marin Catholic bench.
Young Talent Adds Spark
Wildcats fans from San Rafael to Tiburon have noticed the underclassmen making noise. Sophomore Liam Crawford went on an eight-point run, including two three-pointers that stretched the lead to 69-37 and crushed any Heritage hopes.
Crawford’s confidence and shooting touch hint at a bright future for Marin Catholic basketball. He’s one to watch, not just for this tournament.
Role Players Make Winning Plays
This team stands out because of its role players, too. Plenty of guys filled up the stat sheet in subtle but important ways:
These efforts might not make the highlight reels, but coaches in Marin City, Fairfax, and Sausalito will tell you—championships are built on this kind of unselfish play.
Fresh Legs, Fresh Expectations
With constant substitutions and balanced minutes, Marin Catholic overwhelms opponents late in games. Fresh legs mean sharper defense, better rebounding, and a relentless pace that most high school teams just can’t match.
Semifinal Matchup on the Horizon
The Wildcats now advance to Monday’s semifinals. They’ll face Lincoln, a tough squad that defeated Central Catholic 66-57.
For Marin Catholic fans from Ross to Bolinas, expectations are rising. Confidence is, too—maybe more than ever.
This group’s depth, discipline, and teamwork have stood out all season. Marin Catholic might just be a favorite in the Bambauer Classic, and honestly, they could be a real force throughout the whole Marin County basketball season.
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