McMinn County won the last time they faced Walker Valley and things went their way on Wednesday too. The Cherokees came out on top against the Mustangs by a score of 12-7. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Cherokees.
Jaser Arms made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching one inning while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Arms was also big at the plate, getting on base in four of his six plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. He has been hot recently, having posted two or more stolen bases the last three times he's played.

Luke Lawson
| 03/04/26 @ Walker Valley | 3 |
| 03/02/26 vs Walker Valley | 1 |
| 03/10/25 @ Notre Dame | 2 |
| 03/04/25 vs Bradley Central | 4 |
In other batting news, McMinn County let Luke Lawson and Jack Goodin run wild. Lawson got on base in four of his six plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI, while Goodin got on base in all five of his plate appearances with four RBI and one stolen base. That's the most runs Lawson has posted since back in March of 2025.
McMinn County's record now sits at 2-0. As for Walker Valley, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-3.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. McMinn County will face off against Ooltewah at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Walker Valley, they will take on Soddy Daisy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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