Owls
| 04/19/25 @ Stewarts Creek | 5-3 |
| 04/17/25 vs Monterey | 18-0 |
| 04/16/25 vs York Institute | 11-1 |
Smith County entered their tilt with Stewarts Creek on Saturday with two consecutive wins, and they'll enter their next game with three. They skirted past the Red Hawks 5-3. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Owls have posted since March 21st.
Jaden Preston looked comfortable as he pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits.
At the plate, Jacob Lapham was excellent, going a perfect 4-for-4 with two runs and one stolen base. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March. Cohen Rigsby also deserves some recognition as he got his first hits of the season.
Smith County was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .400. That was just more of the same: they've now posted a batting average of .400 or higher in three consecutive contests.
Smith County's record is now 16-4. As for Stewarts Creek, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 17-14 record this season.
Smith County will be playing in front of their home fans against Jackson County at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Blue Devils have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed nine runs per game on average), something the Owls will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Stewarts Creek, they will head out to challenge Cookeville at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Red Hawks' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Cavaliers have averaged an impressive 8.3 runs per game this season.
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