The Independence 76ers will venture away from home to take on the Prospect Panthers at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Prospect took a loss in their last game and will be looking to turn the tables on Independence, who comes in off a win.
On Thursday, Independence made easy work of Evergreen Valley and carried off an 11-2 win. The 76ers haven't had any issues with the Cougars recently, as the game was their fifth consecutive victory against them.
Julieta Ramirez was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only one hit while striking out 13 over seven innings pitched. Ramirez was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with three runs and one RBI.
Mackenzy Sauao
| 03/12/26 @ Evergreen Valley | 3 |
| 03/10/26 @ Del Mar | 1 |
| 03/05/26 vs Piedmont Hills | 1 |
| 03/03/26 @ Harker | 2 |
| 03/02/26 vs Cupertino | 2 |
| + 6 more games |
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Mackenzy Sauao, who got on base in two of her five plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. That's the most runs she has posted since back in May of 2025. Ava Sanchez also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen base of the season.
Meanwhile, Thursday just wasn't the day for Prospect's offense. They lost 10-0 to Piedmont Hills on Thursday. The Panthers have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Prospect's loss dropped their record down to 1-4. As for Independence, their record is now 4-2.
Tuesday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Independence has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .476. However, it's not like Prospect struggles in that department as they've averaged .443. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Independence suffered a grim 15-0 defeat to Prospect in their previous matchup back in May of 2016. Can the 76ers avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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