Softball Recap: Claiborne Bulldogs vs. Volunteer Falcons
Claiborne never let their opponents score on Tuesday. They were the clear victor by a 10-0 margin over the Volunteer Falcons. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for Claiborne considering their two-run performance the game before.
Marley Sweet spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just zero earned runs on five hits and racked up nine Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Jacey Ferguson was incredible, going 3-for-4 with two runs, a triple, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Jaycee Hall, who scored two runs while going 2-for-4.
Claiborne's win ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 8-8. As for Volunteer, they now have a losing record at 3-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Claiborne will take on Cherokee at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Claiborne is facing Cherokee at the right time seeing as Cherokee is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Volunteer, they will head out on the road to challenge Greeneville at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Greeneville will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Volunteer surely won't give up without a fight.
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