In a game on Friday night, the Tennessee Lady Vols softball team faced a tough 9-1 loss to Mississippi State. Mississippi State, with a record of 29-10 and 9-7 in the SEC, dominated with back-to-back three-run innings in the second and third. Tennessee, with a record of 30-7 and 10-3 in the SEC, managed to score only one run in the first inning. Pitcher Aspen Wesley led Mississippi State, allowing just two hits over seven innings.
Tennessee’s Karlyn Pickens started in the circle but was replaced after two innings due to giving up five runs. Ryleigh White took over in the fourth inning and gave up two more runs. The Lady Vols struggled against Wesley’s pitching, resulting in the loss. After the game, both teams are set to face off again on Saturday in the second game of the series.
The game also marks All for Alex Day, with teams in the SEC wearing teal in remembrance of Alex Wilcox. The Lady Vols will be looking to bounce back in the upcoming game and put up a stronger performance against Mississippi State. This loss serves as a reminder of the tough competition in the SEC, and Tennessee will be aiming to regroup and come back stronger in the next game.
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