MCKEE — Behind big games from Tilly Truett and Macy Wathen, Jackson County is one win away from a 3-peat.
Truett and Wathen powered the Lady Generals past Middlesboro, 14-7, on Monday to advance to the 13th Region All ‘A’ Classic Tournament finals.
Jackson County improves to 8-2 on the season with the seven-run win.
Truett did it all, going 3-for-5 with three runs scored and two RBI while also going the distance in the pitcher’s circle to earn the win.
Wathen drove in four runs while finishing 2-for-4 at the plate.
The Lady Generals set the tone early and never looked back, scoring seven runs in the first inning and adding four more in the second inning.
Ella Sallee added another big performance, going 2-for-3 with three RBI and two runs scored while Aubrey McCowan chipped in with two hits and an RBI.
Jackson County’s lineup stayed hot throughout the game with Baylee Berry, Sophia Martinez, Kylie Moore and Kylee Martin each recording two hits as the Lady Generals piled up 18 on the night.
After building a 14-1 lead through three innings, Middlesboro made a late push with six runs, but the early damage proved too much to overcome.
Truett pitched all seven innings, allowing seven runs on nine hits while striking out three and walking one.
