Independence is 0-3 against Prospect since April of 2016 but things could change on Tuesday. The 76ers will be playing in front of their home fans against the Panthers at 4:00 p.m. Independence is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.1 runs per game this season.
While Independence's victory against Evergreen Valley wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The 76ers skirted past the Cougars 8-7. The win continues a trend for the 76ers in their matchups with the Cougars: they've now won six in a row.
Julieta Ramirez spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered five earned (and two unearned) runs on two hits and racked up 12 Ks.
Skylar Crowell
| 04/23/26 vs Evergreen Valley | 6 |
| 03/19/25 @ James Lick | 4 |
| 03/26/26 @ Leland | 2 |
| 05/09/25 @ Overfelt | 2 |
| 05/07/25 vs Hill | 2 |
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Skylar Crowell, who went 1-for-3 with six stolen bases and three runs. Those six stolen bases gave her a new career-high. Ava Sanchez was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two runs and one RBI.
Meanwhile, Prospect fell victim to Piedmont Hills and their airtight pitching crew on Thursday. They came up short against the Pirates, falling 12-0. Having soared to a lofty 11 runs in the game before, the Panthers' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
Prospect's loss dropped their record down to 4-9. As for Independence, the victory got them back to even at 8-8.
Independence might still be hurting after the 9-2 defeat they got from Prospect in their previous matchup back in March. Will the 76ers have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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