Marin County is buzzing this Wednesday as Redwood and San Marin get set to clash in a high school baseball showdown at Redwood High in Larkspur. Both teams ride four-game win streaks, and their recent matchups have been tight—so this 4:30 p.m. first pitch feels like a big moment in the North Bay League race.
Local fans from San Rafael to Novato will get a chance to watch some top-tier talent shine on the field. There’s definitely some extra energy in the air for this one.
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What to expect when Redwood hosts San Marin at 4:30 p.m.
Redwood holds an 18-6 record, while San Marin sits close behind at 17-5. Since April 2023, Redwood has taken eight out of ten games in this series, which gives them a bit of an edge.
The Giants have the home-field advantage, and this game could really set the tone for a late-season push. Both squads want to keep their win streaks alive and stay locked in on playoff positioning as spring heads toward late May.
Redwood’s latest surge included an 11-8 comeback over Maria Carrillo. That win hinged on a wild seven-run sixth inning that completely flipped the game in the Giants’ favor.
Ava Brown reached base four times, swiped five bags, scored twice, and drove in a run—matching her season-high for steals. Gia Meyers chipped in with a double, a run, and an RBI, showing how Redwood’s lineup can spread the wealth at the plate.
Redwood players to watch
- Ava Brown — reached base four times against Maria Carrillo, flashed speed with five steals, and made an impact with two runs and an RBI.
- Gia Meyers — delivered a double, a run, and an RBI, giving Redwood a boost in the middle innings.
- Redwood’s lineup keeps showing depth, with different hitters stepping up when it counts. Marin County’s parks—from San Anselmo’s river bend to Sausalito’s backfields—definitely test the Giants’ resolve.
San Marin players to watch
- Emery Ellinthorpe — San Marin’s pitcher rarely gives up free passes, stringing together four straight outings with two or fewer walks. She helped the Mustangs blank Novato 5-0 in the playoffs, showing off the kind of precision Marin teams can bring to the mound.
- Tessa Christian — went 2-for-2 with two RBI and a double in that playoff win, coming through in big spots for San Marin.
- Leah Cronin — finished 3-for-3 with two runs, adding even more depth to San Marin’s offense.
- Taylor Testa — chipped in a run and an RBI, keeping San Marin’s attack rolling from all angles.
- San Marin’s hitters only struck out twice in that playoff game, and they’ve made a habit of limiting strikeouts against other Marin opponents lately.
Head-to-head and playoff outlook for Marin County readers
Redwood comes in at 18-6, San Marin at 17-5. Just two weeks ago, Redwood managed a narrow 2-1 win over San Marin, adding a little extra intrigue to this midweek matchup in the North Bay.
For Marin County fans, this one isn’t just about the scoreboard. It’s about which team can ride momentum into late May and maybe grab a better playoff seed in Greenbrae, Corte Madera, or up in the hills above Fairfax.
Why Marin County fans should tune in
- Local pride in every swing — Redwood’s home field in Larkspur and San Marin’s Novato base sit just a short drive from San Rafael and Mill Valley. That makes this contest feel like a county-wide event for plenty of families.
- Impact on standings — Both teams want to extend their streaks, and this outcome could shake up road-game dynamics for the rest of the season. Clubs from Sausalito to San Anselmo are watching closely.
- Spotlights on rising stars — Performances by Ava Brown, Emery Ellinthorpe, and San Marin’s trio—Christian, Cronin, and Testa—really show off the depth Marin County programs are building as spring edges toward summer.
As the sun dips behind the Marin hills this Wednesday, fans from Corte Madera, Novato, Greenbrae, and Fairfax will tune in, hoping to see which team grabs momentum heading toward the postseason.
In a county where baseball talent stretches from Marinwood’s green fields to the coves around Tiburon, this Redwood-San Marin clash reminds us why local high school sports matter so much to North Bay communities.
Here is the source article for this story: Softball Game Preview: Redwood Giants vs. San Marin Mustangs
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