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Pickens Pitches 15 Strikeouts as Tennessee Wins Invitational Finale

Karlyn Pickens tossed a complete game, striking out 15 as Tennessee beat Appalachian State 6-2 in the Tennessee Invitational finale.

Pickens pitched a complete game, striking out 15 of 29 batters in 124 pitches, allowing two hits and two earned runs while walking four and giving up one home run.

Tennessee racked up nine hits, including a three‑run homer by Ella Dodge, and won 6‑2. The Lady Vols will face Belmont on Tuesday at Sherri Parker Lee Stadium.