Independence had to skate by with only a one-run margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the 17-run drubbing they dealt Copper Canyon on Thursday. Independence was the clear victor by a 21-4 margin over Copper Canyon. The Patriots' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Nailea Lopez Flores
| 03/27/25 @ Copper Canyon | 4 |
| 03/25/25 vs Copper Canyon | 1 |
| 03/06/25 vs Maryvale | 1 |
| 03/05/25 vs North Canyon | 3 |
| 02/26/25 vs Carl Hayden Community | 2 |
Nailea Lopez Flores was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out nine batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off five hits (and not a single walk). She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring four runs and stealing a base while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances. With that strong performance, she is now averaging an impressive 2.2 runs per game.
In other batting news, Jasmine Pearson was a standout: she got on base in four of her five plate appearances with one home run, two stolen bases, and four RBI. That home run was her first of the season. Genevieve De La Cruz was another key player, scoring five runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances.
Independence always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .659. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Copper Canyon only posted an OBP of .273.
The win keeps Independence at an undefeated 5-0. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 12.4 runs this season. As for Copper Canyon, they dropped their record down to 1-10 with the loss, which was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season.
Coming up, Independence will take on Browne at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. Independence will need to watch out since Browne has now posted at least ten runs in their last four matchups. As for Copper Canyon, they will square off against Sierra Linda at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday. Copper Canyon is facing Sierra Linda at the right time seeing as Sierra Linda is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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