Morristown-Hamblen East came into Thursday's contest having lost four straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They skirted past the Sevier County Smoky Bears 8-6. The Hurricanes' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Ella Wampler made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out nine batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and three unearned) runs off eight hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season. She was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 3-for-5.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on McKenzie Maness, who scored two runs while going 4-for-4. Another player making a difference was Danika Winstead, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with one RBI.
Morristown-Hamblen East hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Sevier County struck out nine times.
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| 03/13/25 - Away | 8-6 W |
| 05/07/24 - Home | 9-4 W |
| 04/04/24 - Away | 4-1 W |
| 03/14/24 - Home | 4-0 W |
| 04/13/23 - Away | 9-1 W |
| + 5 more games |
Morristown-Hamblen East's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Sevier County, their record now sits at 3-5.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Morristown-Hamblen East will host David Crockett at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Sevier County, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Cloudland at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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