Independence had lost seven straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Monday they dropped down to 2-5 to make it eight. They came up short against the Grenada Chargers, falling 14-2. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Chargers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 13-0 on Monday.
Independence saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Shelbie Helton, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with one RBI. Karis Pace also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
As for Grenada, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 5-2. The result was nothing new for the Chargers, who have now won three matchups by 12 runs or more so far this season.
On Grenada's side, they got a massive performance out of Madison Woodard, who got on base in all three of her plate appearances with five stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. That's the most runs Woodard has posted since back in April of 2025. The team also got some help courtesy of Lillian Mattox, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two stolen bases and three runs.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Independence will venture away from home to challenge New Albany at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Wildcats' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Bulldogs have averaged an impressive 7.3 runs per game this season. As for Grenada, they are taking a road trip to take on Southaven at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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