Recap: Independence Patriots vs. Providence Panthers
In what's become a running theme this season, Independence gave their fans yet another huge win on Wednesday. They blew past the Providence Panthers 11-1. With that victory, Independence brought their scoring average up to 6.2 runs per game.
Maliyah Alexander was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 11 batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. Alexander has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in seven consecutive pitching appearances. Alexander was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Gianna McCloud, who went 3-for-3 with a home run, four RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Morgan Clark, who went 1-for-2 with a home run and two runs.
The win made it two in a row for Independence and bumps their season record up to 5-2-1. As for Providence, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-5 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Independence will take on Rocky River at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Independence is facing Rocky River at the right time seeing as Rocky River is stuck on a six-game losing streak. As for Providence, they will be playing at home against South Mecklenburg at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. South Mecklenburg is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 11.9 runs per game this season.
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