Marion-Franklin dropped to 4-7-1 on Friday, ending the team's three-game streak of wins on the road. They came up short against the Independence 76ers, falling 13-3. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the 76ers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-10 back in April.
Marvin RJ Robinson made the most of his time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with one triple, two RBI, and one run. Jamaris Johnson also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
As for Independence, their win ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 10-7. The result was nothing new for the 76ers, who have now won six matchups by ten runs or more so far this season.
On Independence's side, they let Darric Gibson and Leordan Martinez Suarez run wild. Gibson went a perfect 3-for-3 with seven stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs, while Martinez Suarez got on base in three of his four plate appearances with one home run, four stolen bases, and three RBI. That's the most RBI Martinez Suarez has posted since back in April. Another player making a difference was Devon Davis Jr, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and one double.
Coincidentally, Marion-Franklin and Independence will both be playing Eastmoor Academy the next time they take the field. The 76ers will host the Warriors at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, while the Red Devils will head out to face them at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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