There's no place like home for Maryville, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They came out on top against the Sequoyah Chiefs by a score of 8-3 on Friday. The victory continues a trend for the Red Rebels in their matchups with the Chiefs: they've now won four in a row.
Isabella Saunders made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run over four innings pitched. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other pitching news, Sadie Johnson looked comfortable as she pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off four hits. Furthermore, she didn't allow a single earned run, the first time she has blanked an opponent since back in April of 2024.
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Reilly Saunders, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with three RBI and one double. Allie Watson also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
Red Rebels
| 03/21/25 vs Sequoyah | 8-3 |
| 03/13/25 vs Hardin Valley Academy | 9-7 |
| 03/06/25 vs Bearden | 16-1 |
| 03/03/25 vs Heritage | 8-3 |
| 05/09/24 vs William Blount | 6-4 |
| + 7 more games |
Maryville's win was their 12th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 5-3. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.2 runs over those games. As for Sequoyah, their loss dropped their record down to 5-2.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Maryville will venture away from home to square off against Jefferson County at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Sequoyah, they will head out to face off against William Blount at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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