Knoxville Catholic had to skate by with only a one-run margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the seven-run drubbing they dealt Concord Christian on Saturday. The Fighting Irish never let the Lions get on the board and left with a 7-0 victory. The win continues a trend for the Fighting Irish in their matchups with the Lions: they've now won four in a row.
Nate O'Donnell
| 04/12/25 vs Concord Christian | 1 |
| 04/11/25 vs West | 2 |
| 02/26/25 vs Roane County | 0 |
| 02/24/25 vs Powell | 1 |
| 02/14/25 vs Halls | 1 |
Nate O'Donnell tossed a big game, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only one hit while striking out seven over 5.1 innings pitched. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two hits in five consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, DJ Lowery and Cooper Williamson did most of the damage at the plate: Lowery went 1-for-3 with one home run and two runs, while Williamson went 1-for-3 with one home run and two RBI. That's the most RBI Williamson has posted over his last 12 contests. Another player making a difference was Hutson Oakes, who went 1-for-3 with two RBI and one double.
Knoxville Catholic hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Concord Christian struck out eight times.
Knoxville Catholic's record now sits at 17-12-1. As for Concord Christian, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost 15 of their last 17 matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 1-17-5 record this season.
Knoxville Catholic will challenge Webb at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Concord Christian, they will take on King's Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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