Hayesville took an 11-run defeat the last time they faced off against Cherokee, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Yellowjackets had just enough and edged out the Braves 5-4 on Tuesday. The Yellowjackets' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Micalynn McClure
| 03/17/26 vs Cherokee | 4 |
| 04/21/25 vs Cherokee | 3 |
| 03/17/25 @ Smoky Mountain | 3 |
| 03/14/25 @ Andrews | 3 |
| 03/09/26 vs Copper Basin | 2 |
Micalynn McClure was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She pitched seven innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits. McClure was also big at the plate, going a perfect 4-for-4 with one run. Those four hits gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Lucy Trout was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with three RBI, one stolen base, and one double. Those RBI marked the first that she has brought in this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Isabella Mintz, who went 2-for-3 with two runs and two RBI.
Hayesville was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .448. That's the best batting average they've posted all season.
Hayesville's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-4. As for Cherokee, they now have a losing record of 1-2.
Looking ahead, Cherokee will take on Swain County at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Hayesville will be paying especially close attention to the Braves' matchup: after the Braves face off against the Maroon Devils, they'll take on Hayesville again at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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