Maroon Devils
| 03/21/25 vs Murphy | 11-8 |
| 03/18/25 @ Murphy | 24-4 |
| 03/14/25 @ Hiwassee Dam | 20-5 |
| 03/11/25 vs Hiwassee Dam | 13-3 |
Swain County won the last time they faced Murphy and things went their way on Friday too. Swain County came out on top against Murphy by a score of 11-8. The win was familiar territory for the Maroon Devils, who have now won four matches in a row.
Will Holden was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run while striking out six over six innings pitched. Furthermore, he didn't allow a single earned run, the first time he has blanked an opponent since back in April of 2024. He was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base. Swain County is undefeated when Holden posts two or more runs, but 1-3 otherwise.
In other pitching news, James Loftis looked comfortable as he pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits.
Back at the plate, Swain County got a massive performance out of Jones Robinson, who scored two runs and stole four bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. What's more, Robinson posted two hits, the most he's had since back in April of 2024. Another player making a difference was Rowan Ellis, who scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
Swain County always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .525. They are a perfect 5-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Swain County's record now sits at 5-3. As for Murphy, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-6.
Looking ahead, Swain County will welcome Hayesville at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Hayesville will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something Swain County surely won't give up without a fight. As for Murphy, they are taking a road trip to challenge Rosman at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Murphy is facing Rosman at the right time seeing as Rosman is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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