The University of Tennessee suffered a loss in game two of the NCAA Knoxville Super Regional against Evansville with a score of 10-8. Despite a strong start with a 4-0 lead after two innings, the Vols were outscored by the Purple Aces in the middle innings. Tennessee made a ninth-inning comeback attempt, scoring two runs and cutting the deficit to two, but ultimately fell short. Hunter Ensley and Dylan Dreiling were top performers for the Vols, while Kip Fougerousse and Cal McGinnis led the charge for Evansville. Pitchers Drew Beam, Kirby Connell, and Nate Snead struggled on the mound for Tennessee. The Vols will face Evansville in a decisive rubber game for a chance to advance to the Men’s College World Series. The game is scheduled for Sunday night at 6 p.m. ET on ESPNU. Notably, Tennessee has three players with 20 or more home runs in a single season for the first time in program history, with Dylan Dreiling joining Christian Moore and Billy Amick in the 20-plus homer club. Despite the loss, Tennessee remains optimistic about their chances in the upcoming game as they aim to secure a spot in the College World Series.
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Late Rally Falls Short as #16 Evansville Edges Out Victory in 10-8 Loss
