Bluefield extended their losing streak to eight on Monday, dropping them down to 2-11. They came up short against the Independence Patriots, falling 20-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Patriots this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 20-0 two weeks ago.
Bluefield saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Audra Rockness, who went 1-for-2 with one double. That double marked the first that Rockness has hit this season.
As for Independence, their record now sits at 19-8. Considering they have won 15 matchups by more than seven runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
On Independence's side, Paytin Brehm made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and only one walk). Brehm has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with one RBI.
In other batting news, Independence got a massive performance out of Ava Parks, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with two stolen bases and five RBI. Those five RBI gave Parks a new career-high. Ryleigh Stewart was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Bluefield will head out to challenge Midland Trail at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Independence, they will venture away from home to face off against Hurricane at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Redskins' pitching crew has only allowed three runs per game this season, so the Patriots' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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