For the second straight game, Highland will face off against Independence. The Scots will welcome the Falcons at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The last three games Highland has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
On Wednesday, Highland had just enough and edged out Independence 4-2. The win continues a trend for the Scots in their matchups with the Falcons: they've now won four in a row.
For Independence's part, Destiny Serna spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and one unearned) runs on four hits and racked up 12 Ks. Serna has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in 11 consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Maylea Lutu made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with one run and one RBI. Emilia Culbertson also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
Independence's loss was their first in the league, dropping their league record down to 2-1 and their overall record down to 8-8. As for Highland, their victory bumped their record up to 15-5-2.
Highland's speedy runners might be the difference in Friday's match. The Scots have been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 3 stolen bases per game. It's a different story for Independence, though, as they've been averaging only 1.4 stolen bases. Will they be able to secure the bases, or will Highland continue to outrun the ball? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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