Broad Run extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 7-6 in the process. They lost 6-0 to Independence. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against Independence this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 8-2 on April 8th.
As for Independence, the victory was the sixth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 9-1. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.8 runs over those games.
For Independence's part, the result came thanks to Kayden Pak's shutout, as she gave up just four hits and racked up eight Ks. Those eight strikeouts set a new season-high mark for Pak.
On the hitting side, Halliday Fulcher was excellent, going 1-for-3 with three runs. Julia Ross was another key player, getting on base in two of her three plate appearances with one stolen base and one run.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Broad Run will square off against Woodgrove at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Wolverines' pitching crew has only allowed four runs per game this season, so the Spartans' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Independence, they will challenge Riverside at 6:30 p.m. on May 6. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (Independence 2.9, Riverside 3.9) so any runs scored will be well earned.
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