Sevier County had lost four straight at home, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 3-9 to make it five. They came up short against the Jefferson County Patriots, falling 14-4. Unfortunately, that's the third time they've come up short against the Patriots this season, with their most recent defeat being a 5-4 loss on Monday.
Jade Hubbard was cooking despite her team's loss, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs.
As for Jefferson County, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four games. That's provided a nice bump to their 13-10 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.0 runs over those games.
On Jefferson County's side, they let Bella Watson and Kenzli Trent run wild. Watson went a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI, two doubles, and one run, while Trent went 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one double. That's the most doubles Watson has posted since back in March. Another player making a difference was Libby Longmire, who got on base in three of her five plate appearances with three runs and one stolen base.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Sevier County will welcome Maryville at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Jefferson County, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against William Blount at 5:30 p.m. The Governors' pitching crew has only allowed 3.4 runs per game this season, so the Patriots' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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