Copper Basin hasn't had much luck against Tellico Plains recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Cougars will host the Bears at 5:00 p.m. Copper Basin has given up an average of 14.3 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Copper Basin is headed into Friday's matchup looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their seventh straight game on Tuesday. They lost 17-0 to Sale Creek.
Meanwhile, Tellico Plains had just enough and edged out Gibbs 5-4 on Thursday.
John Broad spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered three earned (and one unearned) runs on seven hits.
At the plate, Dawson Edwards and Rylan Saffles did most of the damage at the plate: Edwards went 1-for-3 with two runs and one stolen base, while Saffles went 2-for-3 with one stolen base and one run. Tellico Plains is 4-2 when Edwards posts two or more runs, but 6-9 otherwise. Ike Hollinghead also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Copper Basin's defeat dropped their record down to 1-10-1. As for Tellico Plains, their victory ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 10-11.
Copper Basin couldn't quite finish off Tellico Plains in their previous meeting back in April of 2024 and fell 13-11. Will the Cougars have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more baseball content.
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