Swain County had to skate by with only a one-run margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the nine-run drubbing they dealt Cherokee on Friday. The Maroon Devils were the clear victors by a 12-3 margin over the Braves. The Maroon Devils haven't had any issues with the Braves recently, as the game was their ninth consecutive win against them.
Jones Robinson
| 04/25/25 @ Cherokee | 2 |
| 04/04/25 vs Andrews | 2 |
| 03/21/25 vs Murphy | 2 |
| 03/18/25 @ Murphy | 2 |
| 03/11/25 vs Hiwassee Dam | 2 |
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Jones Robinson was a major factor no matter where he played. He struck out seven batters over four innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits (and only one walk). He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, earning two runs and one stolen base. Swain County is undefeated when Robinson posts two or more runs, but 4-6 otherwise.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Grady Lewis, who fired off two home runs and six RBI while going 2-for-3. Those two home runs gave him a new career-high. Corey Stillwell was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases and two runs.
Swain County kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least eight hits in five consecutive matches.
Swain County's record is now 9-6. As for Cherokee, they are on a six-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-9.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: Swain County beat the Braves by a score of 11-1 later that day.
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