Independence was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They lost 7-0 to the Lightridge Bolts. Independence was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Lightridge apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in March of 2023.
For Lightridge's part, Peyton Robinson was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out 11 over seven innings pitched. Robinson has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in 11 consecutive pitching appearances. Robinson was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with a triple and a double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Emmi Harris, who scored a run while going 3-for-3. Riley Hwang was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
Independence's loss dropped their record down to 2-6. As for Lightridge, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 17-0.
While Independence had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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