Independence is 0-7 against Riverside since April of 2022 but things could change on Tuesday. Independence will be playing in front of their home fans against Riverside at 6:30 p.m. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory.
If Independence beats Riverside with 11 runs on Tuesday, it's going to be the squad's new lucky number: they've won their past two matches with that exact score. Independence put the hurt on Stone Bridge with a sharp 11-1 win on Thursday. The victory was familiar territory for Independence, who have now won eight contests in a row.
Emma Stringer spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on six hits. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in seven consecutive appearances.
Ava Riolo
| 05/01/25 vs Stone Bridge | 5 |
| 04/09/25 vs Freedom | 2 |
| 04/22/25 vs Potomac Falls | 1 |
| 03/27/25 vs Woodgrove | 1 |
| 03/19/25 @ Loudoun County | 1 |
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Ava Riolo, who went 2-for-4 with five RBI, one triple, and one double. Those five RBI gave her a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Halliday Fulcher, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs and one RBI.
Meanwhile, Riverside never let their opponents score on Tuesday. They were the clear victors by a 9-0 margin over Potomac Falls. The win was nothing new for the Ram as they're now sitting on three straight.
Riverside also got a great performance from Kaylee Kadans as she didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out seven over six innings pitched.
On the hitting side, Ashley Bui was excellent, getting on base in three of her five plate appearances with three runs and one stolen base. Another player making a difference was Abby Walsh, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs and one RBI.
Riverside was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .375. They are a perfect 8-0 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
Independence pushed their record up to 11-1 with the victory, which was their fifth straight at home. Those home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.2 runs on average over those games. As for Riverside, their victory bumped their record up to 10-5.
Tuesday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Independence hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .353. However, it's not like Riverside struggles in that department as they've averaged .342. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
