For the second straight game, Strayhorn will face off against Independence. The Mustangs will look to defend their home field on Saturday against the Wildcats at 2:00 p.m. Considering Strayhorn has lost four straight at home (dating back to last season) and Independence eight straight on the road (also dating back to last season), this one might come down to who's more desperate to change their momentum.
The home team had won the previous three meetings between Strayhorn and Independence, and Independence kept the tradition alive. The Mustangs lost 18-11 to the Wildcats on Friday. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Mustangs have suffered against the Wildcats since March 8, 2021.
For Independence's part, they got a massive performance out of Madysen Cathey, who went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Kaitlyn Kitchens, who went 1-for-4 with four runs, two stolen bases, and two RBI.
They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Independence kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Strayhorn's loss dropped their record down to 1-11. As for Independence, their victory bumped their record up to 4-7.
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