Ridgeview scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Thursday. They blew past the Independence Falcons 16-2. Considering Ridgeview has won seven matches by more than six runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
Jared Robles made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He didn't allow a single earned run while striking out nine over five innings pitched. Robles has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive pitching appearances. Robles was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with four RBI, two doubles, and a run.
In other batting news, Jordan Brito was a standout: he scored three runs while going 4-for-5. Another player making a difference was Emilio Anguiano, who scored three runs while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
Ridgeview has been performing well recently as they've won nine of their last 12 contests, which provided a nice bump to their 15-7 record this season. As for Independence, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 11-13.
Ridgeview will head out on the road to challenge Bakersfield at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Ridgeview's pitching crew has only allowed 3.7 runs per game this season, so Bakersfield's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Independence, they will be playing at home against Stockdale at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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