In a tense rematch against No. 8/9 Tennessee, the No. 10/11 Clemson Tigers endured extra innings but fell short, losing 2-1 on Tuesday afternoon.
Offensive Highlights
- Clemson recorded six hits, spearheaded by senior McKenzie Clark and junior Maddie Moore, who each secured two hits.
- Valerie Cagle and Arielle Oda contributed the remaining hits for the Tigers.
Game Dynamics
- The Lady Vols took the lead in the third inning with Kiki Milloy’s double, scoring a runner after two walks.
- Clemson leveled the score in the fourth inning as Cagle and Moore’s hits set up JoJo Hyatt’s run off a wild pitch.
Extra Innings Drama
- In the eighth inning, Clemson threatened with two runners on base but couldn’t capitalize.
- Tennessee clinched the win in the ninth inning with a decisive run.
Pitching Performance - Valerie Cagle pitched her fifth complete game of the season, securing 10 strikeouts but falling to a 6-3 record.
Next Game
The Tigers return home for the Tiger Invitational, facing Minnesota, Mercer, Longwood, and Fordham in a four-day tournament starting on Thursday, March 7. Action will be broadcast on ACCNX, and tickets are available online or at the gate.
