Boys soccer: Branson captures NorCal crown in shootout

The Branson boys soccer team and coaches pose with their plaque after defeating Crystal Springs Uplands at the NorCal Division V boys championship game at College of Marin in Kentfield, Calif. on Saturday, March 7, 2026. (Sherry LaVars/Marin Independent Journal)

The referee looks on as Sebastian Le Duc (21) of Branson makes the game game winning penalty kick against Crystal Springs Uplands at the NorCal Division V boys championship soccer game at College of Marin in Kentfield, Calif.