Sevier County's game on Tuesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 7-5 victory over the Tennessee Vikings. The win was some much needed relief for the Smoky Bears as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
James Hooker
| 03/02/26 @ Northview Academy | 4 |
| 03/12/26 vs Tennessee | 2 |
| 03/03/26 vs Northview Academy | 2 |
| 03/10/26 @ William Blount | 1 |
| 03/06/26 @ Christian Academy of Knoxville | 1 |
Zane Miller and James Hooker did most of the damage at the plate: Miller went 1-for-3 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI, while Hooker went 2-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and one RBI. Hooker is becoming a predictor of Sevier County's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 1-3 when he doesn't). Britton St. Clair was another key player, going 1-for-2 with three stolen bases.
Sevier County now has a winning record of 4-3. As for Tennessee, with the loss, they broke their four-game winning streak and moved their record to 5-2.
Looking ahead, Sevier County will venture away from home to take on Pigeon Forge at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The Tigers' pitching crew has only allowed 3.5 runs per game this season, so the Smoky Bears' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Tennessee, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Daniel Boone at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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