Softball Recap: Seven Straight Home Victories for Independence

76ers

Margin (Wins)

04/02/25 vs Mt. Pleasant	19
03/19/25 @ James Lick	18
04/04/25 @ Hill	16
04/07/25 vs Yerba Buena	15
03/21/25 @ Yerba Buena	15

Independence won the last time they faced Hill and things went their way on Wednesday too. The 76ers were the clear victors by a 14-3 margin over the Falcons. The result was nothing new for the 76ers, who have now won nine matchups by six runs or more so far this season.

Julieta Ramirez was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over four innings while giving up just two earned runs off two hits. She has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts in six consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of her five plate appearances with two runs.

In other batting news, Ava Sanchez was incredible, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with four RBI and one triple. Mackenzy Sauao was another key player, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases and three runs.

Independence's victory was their seventh straight at home, which pushed their record up to 13-4. Those home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 14.4 runs over those games. As for Hill, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-10 record this season.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Independence will head out to face off against Overfelt at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The 76ers are facing the Royals at the right time seeing as the Royals are stuck on an 11-game losing streak. As for Hill, they will head out on the road to square off against James Lick at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The Comets have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 15.45 runs per game on average), something the Falcons will no doubt try to take advantage of.