It may have taken nine innings to finish the job, but Morristown-Hamblen West ultimately got the result they hoped for on Tuesday. They were the clear victor by a 15-3 margin over the University School Buccaneers. The Trojans haven't had any issues with the Buccaneers recently, as the game was their fourth consecutive victory against them.
Paxton Seal
| 02/25/25 vs University School | 4 |
| 04/13/24 vs Seymour | 3 |
| 02/24/25 vs Cocke County | 2 |
| 04/06/24 vs Cocke County | 2 |
| 04/02/24 @ Morristown-Hamblen East | 2 |
Paxton Seal and Gavin Mitchell were a major factor no matter where they played. Throwing, Seal tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Mitchell tossed two innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. What's more, Seal gave up only zero earned runs, the fewest he's had since back in April of 2024. At bat, Seal scored a run and stole a base while going 4-for-4, while Mitchell went 2-for-4 with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base. The dominant performance also gave Seal a new career-high in hits (four).
In other batting news, Charles Dewald was incredible, going 2-for-5 with one home run, five RBI, and three runs. Those five RBI gave him a new career-high. Bryson Shepard was another key player, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
Morristown-Hamblen West now has a winning record of 2-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Morristown-Hamblen West will venture away from home to take on Dobyns-Bennett at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for University School, they will head out on the road to challenge David Crockett at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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