Independence was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They fell just short of the Valley Forge Patriots by a score of 2-1. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Blue Devils of the 2-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September of 2020.
Independence's defeat dropped their record down to 2-12. As for Valley Forge, the win snapped their losing streak at 11 games and leaves them with a 1-11 record.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Independence will take on Beachwood at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Beachwood is coming into the game with three straight losses at home, meaning Independence will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory. As for Valley Forge, they will head out to take on North Olmsted at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Valley Forge is facing North Olmsted at the right time seeing as North Olmsted is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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