The College of Marin women’s basketball team concluded the 2025–26 season with a 15–13 overall record and a 7–7 finish in the Bay Valley Conference. Although the Mariners missed the postseason by the slimmest of margins, the year was defined by growth, resilience, and a sophomore class that stepped confidently into leadership roles while guiding a young roster through a competitive conference.
After graduating key contributors last season, this year’s nine sophomores embraced the responsibility of setting the tone. Their ability to step up as leaders helped the Mariners remain competitive from start to finish and positioned the program for continued success.
The season featured several standout team performances that highlighted the group’s chemistry and unselfish play. On February 11, the Mariners recorded a season-high 22 assists in an 84–32 victory over Mendocino College, showcasing their ball movement and team-first mindset. Earlier in the year, on January 10, they dominated the boards with 51 rebounds—also against Mendocino—while posting their highest scoring output of the season in a 97–31 win. Even in a narrow 69–64 loss to Merritt College, the Mariners demonstrated poise and discipline, shooting an impressive 87 percent from the free-throw line.
At the center of this year’s leadership core was Jaidyn Brown, who scored 307 points this season and finished her career with 491. Brown led the team with 79 assists and topped the Bay Valley Conference in three-point percentage at 38.6 percent, proving to be both a floor general and a reliable perimeter threat. She also earned All-Conference honors for 2026, a recognition of her consistency and impact on the court.
Isabella Zepeda-Fernandez closed her career with 531 total points, including 280 this season. She ranked fourth in the conference in field goal percentage at 49.4 percent.
Jamaia Harrison anchored the Mariners in the paint, scoring 281 points this season and finishing with 419 career points. She led the team with 166 rebounds this year and totaled 274 in her career, setting the standard for physicality and effort on the glass.
Isabella Turner emerged as a defensive catalyst, leading the team with 68 steals this season and finishing her career with 120. She also added 139 rebounds this year and concluded with 292 career points, contributing in every facet of the game.
Sierra Calantas leaves the program with 306 career points, 209 rebounds, 64 steals, and 54 assists—numbers that reflect her steady and versatile presence.
A’liyah Holmes compiled 327 career points along with 107 assists and 70 steals, consistently balancing scoring with playmaking.
Kamari Johnson contributed 280 career points while shooting 30.8 percent from three-point range, adding 42 steals, 42 assists, and 71 rebounds over her time as a Mariner.
Ayah Abbassy shot 35 percent from beyond the arc in her career, totaling 132 points and providing valuable floor spacing.
Alora Thomas rounded out the sophomore class with 65 career points while shooting 36.5 percent from the field.
Beyond the numbers, this class leaves behind a blueprint for leadership. They navigated adversity, welcomed younger teammates into the program, and helped shape a culture centered on toughness and unity.
The returning freshman class gained invaluable experience. Brooklyn Carter scored 160 points while shooting 77.4 percent from the free-throw line and adding 27 steals. Amara Galvan contributed 92 points along with 20 steals and 17 assists. Emily Sauers made her presence felt in the paint, shooting 51.6 percent from the field while recording 23 blocks and 54 rebounds. Erica Foster added 78 points and 62 rebounds, continuing to develop as a reliable inside presence.
As the Mariners say goodbye to nine impactful sophomores, they also look ahead with optimism. The leadership established this season has laid the groundwork for the next chapter.