Derek Wilson

Sports Reporter at Marin Independent Journal

Marin native is an experienced editor/reporter and PR manager.

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Boys golf: Marin Catholic’s Anderson among top NCS qualifiers

2 days ago | marinij.com | Derek Wilson

Marin Catholic’s Theo Anderson packed up his golf bag and headed home from Rohnert Park with a little extra hardware from Monday’s North Coast Section Division II tournament. Anderson posted the second-lowest score of the day to punch his ticket to the NCS D-I tournament next week at Rancho Solano Golf Course in Fairfield. His 1-over 73 helped carry the Wildcats to third place in the team scoring. Anderson shot a 71 when the tournament was last played at Foxtail in 2023.
Girls track: Tam wins MCAL Meet; Redwood, Branson enjoy big day

4 days ago | sacbee.com | Derek Wilson

May 11-Tam High's Johanna Friedrichsdorf had the kind of day she'd been dreaming of, with a record-setting win the 400 meter at the MCAL Championship Meet, hosted by San Marin High. The day was all the sweeter for the Tam sophomore, however, as the Red-tailed Hawks clinched the pennant. Friedrichsdorf ran a personal best to win the 400 (57.03) ahead of Branson senior Imogen Brown (58.88).
Girls track: Tam wins MCAL Meet; Redwood, Branson enjoy big day

4 days ago | marinij.com | Derek Wilson

Tam High’s Johanna Friedrichsdorf had the kind of day she’d been dreaming of, with a record-setting win the 400 meter at the MCAL Championship Meet, hosted by San Marin High. The day was all the sweeter for the Tam sophomore, however, as the Red-tailed Hawks clinched the pennant. Friedrichsdorf ran a personal best to win the 400 (57.03) ahead of Branson senior Imogen Brown (58.88).
Boys track: Wanger leads championship run for Tam at MCALs

4 days ago | marinij.com | Derek Wilson

The Red-tailed Hawks were cheering from the sideline as Tam High senior Nate Wanger took the baton and, with Marin Catholic’s Jarred Geissberger on his heels, kicked into overdrive for a split-second win in the 4×100 meter relay as the Hawks clocked in at 43.59 seconds. That was the start to a thrilling day for the Hawks, who beat Redwood for the MCAL Championship meet crown Saturday at San Marin High. Tam scored 155 points to Redwood’s second-place 120 points. San Marin was third with 94 points.
Baseball: Pacifics warming up for new season in Pecos League

6 days ago | marinij.com | Derek Wilson

The San Rafael Pacifics have been an anchor in an ever-changing Pecos League Pacific Division since joining the league in 2021. The Pacifics will have a slightly different look this season, as will the independent Pecos League, ahead of this month’s opening day. Longtime manager Austin Fitzpatrick is stepping into a role as assistant coach and recruiting coordinator, handing the reins over to veteran Pacifics hurler Chris Johnson, who is still on the pitching roster. “CJ knows what it’s all about.
Girls lacrosse: Greene rallies Marin Catholic past Marin Academy

6 days ago | sacbee.com | Derek Wilson

May 9-Time hasn't dulled the emotions in the neighborhood rivalry between the Wildcats, two schools separated by less than 2 miles and a hill. The two teams played like champions, but only one would continue in the postseason. Elsa Greene scored six goals in the second half and finished with a career-best nine scores as fourth-seeded Marin Catholic rallied past No. 5 Marin Academy, 14-11, in Thursday's North Coast Section Division I quarterfinal matchup.
Girls lacrosse: Greene rallies Marin Catholic past Marin Academy

6 days ago | marinij.com | Derek Wilson

Time hasn’t dulled the emotions in the neighborhood rivalry between the Wildcats, two schools separated by less than 2 miles and a hill. The two teams played like champions, but only one would continue in the postseason. Elsa Greene scored six goals in the second half and finished with a career-best nine scores as fourth-seeded Marin Catholic rallied past No. 5 Marin Academy, 14-11, in Thursday’s North Coast Section Division I quarterfinal matchup.
Prep baseball: McGrath continues to haunt Tam, San Marin clinches top seed

1 week ago | sanluisobispo.com | Derek Wilson

May 7-Amid the pressure and excitement of a chase to secure first place, San Marin High ace Sean McGrath was cool as ever on the mound. McGrath remains undefeated in his career against Tam High with Tuesday's 1-0 victory over the Red-tailed Hawks as the Mustangs (15-8, 13-2 MCAL) clinched the regular-season title and the top seed for the MCAL playoffs. Tam (16-7, 11-4) will finish the second in second place, ahead of Redwood and Novato. "That win means a lot," McGrath said.
Prep baseball: McGrath continues to haunt Tam, San Marin clinches top seed

1 week ago | marinij.com | Derek Wilson

Amid the pressure and excitement of a chase to secure first place, San Marin High ace Sean McGrath was cool as ever on the mound. McGrath remains undefeated in his career against Tam High with Tuesday’s 1-0 victory over the Red-tailed Hawks as the Mustangs (15-8, 13-2 MCAL) clinched the regular-season title and the top seed for the MCAL playoffs. Tam (16-7, 11-4) will finish the second in second place, ahead of Redwood and Novato. “That win means a lot,” McGrath said.
Boys golf: San Domenico’s Valiauga on fire, Marin Academy wins title

1 week ago | marinij.com | Derek Wilson

Oskar Valiauga was celebrating his championship victory in San Rafael on Monday while an acquaintance of his, Kris Kim, was playing in Texas at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson. With a pair of eagles on his card and a gold medal around his neck, Valiagua looked ready to challenge Kim. A San Domenico School standout and Lithuanian National Team player, Valiauga shot an even-par 71 at Peacock Gap Golf Club to claim medalist honors at Monday’s Bay Counties League championship.

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