The Alameda Hornets are hitting the road to take on the Marin Catholic Wildcats in a Saturday night playoff baseball showdown. Towns from San Rafael to Mill Valley are buzzing—folks can’t stop talking about this matchup.
This post takes a look at recent form, standout players, and what fans in Corte Madera, Larkspur, and Fairfax might see when the first pitch flies at 7:00 p.m.
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Game Preview: Alameda vs Marin Catholic
Two programs on different trajectories meet under the lights in Marin County. Alameda has kept things tight on the mound, giving up just 3.7 runs per game.
Marin Catholic has caught fire late, winning seven of its last eight and holding teams to just 2.5 runs per game in that stretch. Fans from San Anselmo to Sausalito are definitely paying attention as these teams bring their own strengths to Kentfield for this playoff clash.
Alameda Hornets: Stingy pitching meets dynamic bats
Alameda comes in after a wild 15-6 playoff win over Freedom. That night, they showed off both their depth and their bats.
Connor Kniep pitched five innings, allowing only one hit and no earned runs. On offense, Jaden Noonan broke out, getting on base four times, scoring three runs, hitting two doubles, and picking up an RBI.
Wyatt Bloch chipped in with a 2-for-4 night, adding a triple and a double. The Hornets improved to 15-12 with that win.
- Runs allowed per game: 3.7
- Playoff win over Freedom: 15-6 (season-high in runs)
- Connor Kniep: five innings, one hit, 0 ER
- Jaden Noonan: four times on base, three runs, two doubles, RBI
- Wyatt Bloch: 2-for-4, triple, double
- Alameda record: 15-12
Alameda’s knack for mixing disciplined pitching with clutch hitting faces a real test against a Marin Catholic squad that just doesn’t flinch in big moments. The drive up from Mill Valley to Kentfield’s campus is almost a ritual for fans, and you can bet coffee shops in San Rafael will be packed Saturday afternoon.
Marin Catholic Wildcats: Road-tested and hot
Marin Catholic rolls into this one with a confident, battle-tested group. They beat Encinal 8-3, thanks to a strong five innings from Cooper Benjamin, who gave up just two hits and no earned runs.
Wade Untermann went 1-for-3 and knocked in two runs. James Stocker reached base three times, scored twice, and swiped a bag.
The Wildcats have won seven of their last eight, now sitting at 16-9. Their pitching staff has been stingy, giving up only 2.5 runs per game during that stretch.
- Marin Catholic beat Encinal 8-3
- Cooper Benjamin: five innings, two hits, 0 ER
- Wade Untermann: 1-for-3, two RBIs
- James Stocker: three times on base, two runs, one stolen base
- Record and trend: 16-9; seven of last eight wins; 2.5 runs per game allowed
What this game means for Marin County fans
Fans across Sausalito, Tiburon, and Corte Madera are watching closely as Marin County’s two programs collide in a classic Bay Area playoff fix. This isn’t just another game—it’s an event that captures the region’s deep love for baseball.
The cross-town appeal of a Kentfield-based Marin Catholic squad squaring off with Alameda’s road-tested offense sparks conversations in Larkspur’s wine bars. Diners along Fourth Street in San Rafael buzz with local scouts and longtime coaches, all weighing every inning for postseason implications.
For Marin Catholic faithful in Belvedere and Greenbrae, the night’s about keeping their momentum alive. They’re hoping the strong pitching depth that’s carried them through a tough late-season schedule holds up under pressure.
Alameda supporters, some coming from as far as Brisbane or North Oakland, make the trek for these games. They’re counting on Kniep and Noonan to turn their playoff performance into a winning streak as the season winds down.
In Marin County, high school sports aren’t just a weekend hobby. They’re a gathering point for families from Mill Valley to San Rafael.
This 7:00 p.m. game means more than a score. It’s a chance to showcase homegrown talent, school pride, and the thrill of playoff baseball along Marin’s scenic hillsides and waterfronts—a place that just feels made for moments like these.
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