Yellowjackets
| 03/24/26 @ Swain County | 16-1 |
| 03/20/26 @ Cherokee | 7-0 |
| 03/17/26 vs Cherokee | 10-0 |
| 03/13/26 @ Robbinsville | 10-0 |
| 03/13/26 @ Robbinsville | 12-0 |
Hayesville entered their tilt with Swain County on Tuesday with four consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with five. They blew past the Maroon Devils 16-1. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Yellowjackets also won the last time the pair played back in March of 2025.
Jackson Sellers made a splash no matter where he played. He struck out eight batters over four innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all five of his plate appearances with three RBI and one double. He has become a key player for Hayesville: the team is undefeated when he posts at least three RBI, but 2-4 otherwise.
In other batting news, Hayesville got a massive performance out of Rob Barter, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. Peyton McGaha was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with three stolen bases and three runs.
Hayesville kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. They are a perfect 3-0 when they post 11 or more hits.
Hayesville now has a winning record of 5-4. As for Swain County, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-6 record this season.
Hayesville will welcome Murphy at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Swain County, they are taking a road trip to square off against Cherokee at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Maroon Devils' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Braves have averaged an impressive 7.9 runs per game this season.
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