Girls soccer: San Rafael secures long-awaited win in MCAL playoffs

Brooklyn Cox (20) of San Rafael gives teammate Yasmin Lopez (3) a big hug after Lopez scored a goal as teammates Janelle Tarca (21), Stefani Brandt (17) and Jaela Brown (6) gather to celebrate during their MCAL first round playoff game in San Rafael, Calif. on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026. No. 4 San Rafael defeated No. 5 Archie Williams 1-0. (Sherry LaVars/Marin Independent Journal)

Margaret Pierce (16) of Archie Williams battles Stefani Brandt (17) of San Rafael for the ball...