Karlyn Pickens started for the No. 1 Lady Vols and delivered a complete game, striking out 11 of 25 batters over 100 pitches. Tennessee won 6-1 over UAB in the Green and Gold Classic at Mary Bowers Field.
The victory keeps Tennessee undefeated (12-0) and solidifies their top spot in the conference. Pickens’ performance mirrored Sage Mardjetko’s 11‑strikeout outing against Missouri State earlier in the tournament.