Independence came into Friday's matchup having lost three straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They put the hurt on the Metro Tech Knights with a sharp 19-8 victory on Friday. For those curious, yes, that was the biggest win Independence has managed all season.
Nyima Lopez was a standout: she scored three runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-3. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last three games she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Alyssa Ortega, who scored a run and stole three bases while going 4-for-4.
On Metro Tech's side, Natalie Martinez made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Angelica Gonzalez, who went 2-for-4 with a home run, two RBI, and a double.
Independence's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 3-6. As for Metro Tech, their defeat was their 14th straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-15.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Independence will take on Cortez at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. Independence is facing Cortez at the right time seeing as Cortez is stuck on a ten-game losing streak. As for Metro Tech, they will play host again on Thursday to welcome South Mountain, where first pitch is scheduled at 3:45 p.m.
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