Independence's game back in March was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Charlotte Catholic Cougars 12-10. Both teams can probably skip cardio this week after making that many trips around the bases.
Independence got a massive performance out of Sofia Tristan, who scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances. Morgan Clark was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.
On Charlotte Catholic's side, they got a massive performance out of Evi Hoefling, who went 4-for-5 with three runs, three RBI, and a triple. The team also got some help courtesy of Annabelle Grogan, who went 4-for-5 with four RBI and a triple.
Even though they lost, Charlotte Catholic kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 17 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Independence's win bumped their record up to 8-4-1. As for Charlotte Catholic, their loss ended a four-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 7-6.
Coincidentally, the two teams will both be playing Providence the next time they take the field. Charlotte Catholic will head out to face Providence at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, while Independence will head out to face them at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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