Lightridge is still undefeated this season after their game against Independence on Thursday, but Independence came as close as anyone has to beating them. The Bolts came within a single run of losing the streak, but they secured a 5-4 W against Independence. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 6-2 on Wednesday.
The team relied heavily on Avery Sullivan, who went 3-for-4 with one double and one RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in March. Emmi Harris also deserves some recognition as she hit her first triple of the season.

Bolts
05/15/25 @ Independence | 5-4 |
05/08/25 @ Potomac Falls | 4-3 |
05/01/25 @ Briar Woods | 11-0 |
04/24/25 @ Stone Bridge | 5-3 |
04/08/25 @ Loudoun County | 6-2 |
+ 4 more games |
Lightridge's win was their ninth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 18-0. As for Independence, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 12-4.
We've got plenty of inter-region action coming up soon. Lightridge will square off against rival Riverside at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Bolts 1.4, the Ram 3.6) so any runs scored will be well earned. Meanwhile, Independence is set to take on their familiar foe Briar Woods at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (Independence 3.5, Briar Woods 3) so any runs scored will be well earned.
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