In a tense rivalry matchup between Carlmont and Sequoia’s varsity boys baseball teams, the Scots triumphed 6-5 in a home game on May 14. With a dramatic walk-off finish, Carlmont improved their league record to 7–6 and solidified their standing at No. 3 in the Peninsula Bay division.
Both teams entered the game on different streaks. Carlmont was looking to build momentum after a win, while Sequoia aimed to rebound from two straight losses.
“I thought we hit the ball well and showed great fight, our defense was a little loose, which hurt us, but overall it was a solid performance,” said Mike Doyle, Sequoia’s head coach.
Lineup changes were made due to academic testing schedules, which added further unpredictability to the contest. However, both sides showed resilience throughout the game.
“We wanted to play solid defense and throw strikes. We felt if we held them under five runs, we’d have a good shot,” said Carlmont head coach Brian Hamilton.
While Sequoia managed to score five runs, Carlmont kept pace, with consistent at-bats and key contributions from multiple players. Zach Luzzo and Johnny Dunne delivered strong plate appearances, while Jonathan Fong pitched effectively and limited Sequoia’s offense. The highlight of the game came in the final inning when Scots senior Jason Tofigh delivered a walk-off hit to seal the win.
Sequoia is now at 6–7 and No. 5 in the league. They also faced lineup disruptions due to delayed International Baccalaureate (IB) testing, which prevented their starting pitcher and center fielder from starting on time. Despite the setbacks, the Ravens stayed strong and composed throughout the game.
“The team’s chemistry is great. It’s what holds us together through adversity, especially today. It keeps me hopeful. I think we’re very close to turning a corner. We’re a tight team, and we fight together,” said Dylan Karmin, a Sequoia senior.
With both teams eyeing CCS playoff spots, Carlmont hopes to carry momentum into their final regular-season game, while Sequoia looks to bounce back quickly. The rival teams will meet again on Friday for the Ravens’ last in-season game.
“We want to sweep Sequoia, as always, it’s a rivalry. Then we’re hoping to make a big run in CCS. Carlmont hasn’t done that in over 20 years, and we want to change that,” Tofigh said.
