West lost against Independence back in March, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Monday. The West Cowboys' tough 17-5 loss to the Independence 76ers might stick with them for a while. The defeat unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for West in their matchups with Independence: they've now lost three in a row.
For Independence's part, Anderson Mora was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 13 batters over six innings while giving up five earned runs off four hits (and only one walk). Mora has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Mora was also big at the plate, going 4-for-5 with a home run, two stolen bases, and three runs.
In other batting news, Independence let Nathaniel Pigott and Felix Palomo loose on the outfield. Pigott went 3-for-5 with a home run, five RBI, and two runs, while Palomo scored three runs and stole three bases while getting on base in five of his seven plate appearances. John Washington was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
West's loss dropped their record down to 5-4. As for Independence, they pushed their record up to 8-1 with that victory, which was their fourth straight on the road.
Coincidentally, the pair will both be playing Africentric Early College the next time they take the field. West will head out to face Africentric Early College at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, while Independence will host them at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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