The Sonoma Valley High School Dragons are set to contest the Division 5 baseball championship for the first time in 26 years, having surged past Concord 13‑5 in the semifinals.
A showdown with the top seed
Montgomery, the tournament’s No. 1 seed, earned its place in the final with a 9‑8 walk‑off victory over St. Patrick‑St. Vincent, setting the stage for a clash that pits underdog grit against seasoned dominance.
River Gilardi paced the Dragons’ offense, delivering two hits — including a home run — and driving in three runs, a performance that underscored the team’s newfound firepower.
In Division 6 softball, Justin‑Siena advanced to its title game after a 15‑12 win over Swett, with Makeda Koford contributing four hits, a triple and an RBI to keep the momentum alive.
Analy’s campaign concluded with an 8‑9 loss to Berean Christian, ending a run that featured two unexpected upsets and highlighting the competitive depth of the county’s programs.
Fans and alumni across Sonoma County are rallying behind the Dragons and the softball squads as they prepare for Saturday’s championship contests, hoping to add new chapters to local sports lore.