Softball Recap: Morristown-Hamblen East Hurricanes vs. Sevier County Smoky Bears
Morristown-Hamblen East can finally bid farewell to their three-game losing streak thanks to their game on Thursday. They came out on top against the Sevier County Smoky Bears by a score of 4-1. The victory was just what Morristown-Hamblen East needed coming off of a 12-2 loss in their prior matchup.
For Sevier County's part, 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. Fox has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, 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.
Morristown-Hamblen East's win ended a six-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-4. As for Sevier County, their defeat dropped their record down to 6-3.
Morristown-Hamblen East will look to defend their home field on Friday against Tennessee at 5:30 p.m. Tennessee is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.3 runs per game this season. As for Sevier County, they will head out on the road to face off against Cosby at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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