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Late Rally by the Redbirds Not Enough in Loss to RV/23 Tennessee

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – A spark of energy for Illinois State (1-2) in the top of the sixth inning wasn't enough on Wednesday night, as the Redbirds fell 3-0 to RV/23 Tennessee (8-1).

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BY THE NUMBERS / KEY INNINGS

  • Dayna Kennedy drew a lead-off walk in the top of the second inning, helping the Redbirds reach base for the first time in the game.
  • Back-to-back two-out singles in the home half of the third inning helped the Lady Vols break open scoring, before doubling their lead in the fourth with a lead-off home run.