The fourth-ranked Lady Vols claimed victory over No. 7 LSU in a series-deciding game at Sherri Parker Lee Stadium. Tennessee (34-8, 14-4 SEC) secured a 3-0 win behind Karlyn Pickens’ stellar pitching performance, allowing just four hits over six shutout innings. Senior Giulia Koutsoyanopulos delivered a key two-run double in the sixth inning, while freshman Gabby Leach added an RBI single for the Lady Vols.
The win marked Tennessee’s seventh consecutive conference series victory, maintaining a strong record in the SEC. LSU (35-10, 11-10 SEC), on the other hand, struggled to find offensive success against Pickens and Payton Gottshall, who combined for 17 strikeouts and held the Tigers to a .127 batting average over the weekend.
With this victory, Tennessee continues its impressive run in the SEC, winning 14 of its last 15 league series. The Lady Vols will look to carry this momentum into their upcoming game against Belmont on Tuesday, April 23. The strong pitching performance and timely hitting showcased in the win over LSU demonstrate the team’s readiness for future challenges in the SEC.
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