Macon County had lost six straight on the road, but on Monday they dropped down to 7-11 to make it seven. They came up short against the Livingston Academy Wildcats, falling 11-3. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Tigers have suffered against the Wildcats since April 11, 2018.
As for Livingston Academy, the win was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 15-5. The result was nothing new for the Wildcats, who have now won nine contests by eight runs or more so far this season.
For Livingston Academy's part, Calla Pierce spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned runs on three hits and racked up nine Ks.
At the plate, Livingston Academy let Bailey Hutchison and Kendall Simpson run wild. Hutchison went a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI, while Simpson went 2-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and one double. That's the most RBI Simpson has posted since back in April of 2025. Another player making a difference was Player #5, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Looking ahead, Macon County will host Trousdale County at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Livingston Academy, they will venture away from home to take on Stone Memorial at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Wildcats' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Panthers have averaged an impressive 10.3 runs per game this season.
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