Softball Preview: Sevier County Smoky Bears vs. Eagleton College & Career Academy Royals
Sevier County has enjoyed a four-game homestand but will soon have to dust off their road jerseys. They will take on the Eagleton College & Career Academy Royals at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Sevier County is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.2 runs per game this season.
Last Thursday, Sevier County came up short against Morristown-Hamblen East and fell 4-1.
Cassie Fox spent all seven innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and two unearned) runs on six hits and racked up six Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Sevier County saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Caylee Sutton, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Meanwhile, Eagleton College & Career Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They took a 13-8 hit to the loss column at the hands of Webb. That's two games in a row now that Eagleton College & Career Academy has lost by exactly five runs.
Paisley Bales made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Ali Campbell, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.
Sevier County's defeat dropped their record down to 5-3. As for Eagleton College & Career Academy, their loss ended a five-game streak of away wins and brought them to 6-4.
Wednesday's game will be a test for both team's pitchers. Sevier County hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .330. However, it's not like Eagleton College & Career Academy struggles in that department as they've averaged .345. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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