Tennessee Sweeps Kentucky With Dominant Weekend Performances Again
PUBLISHED Apr 13, 2026, 7:53 AM ET
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Lexington, Ky. — Tennessee defeated Kentucky in a three-game SEC series at John Cropp Stadium, winning 6-0 on Sunday and completing the sweep with a 10-3 victory on Monday. The Lady Vols combined effective starting pitching and power hitting across the two games to secure consecutive conference wins this weekend. The sweep extends Tennessee's recent dominance over Kentucky, marking 10 straight wins against the Wildcats and 20 of the last 22 meetings dating to 2015. Erin Nuwer recorded her 14th victory in the finale, Tennessee produced 13 hits in Game 3, and the team is scheduled to play Duke on Wednesday at 7 p.m. EDT.
By Emily Rhodes | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- Since 2015 Tennessee has won 20 of 22 meetings against Kentucky.
- Sunday: Tennessee won Game 2, 6-0, securing the series win at John Cropp Stadium.
- Monday: Tennessee completed the three-game sweep with a 10-3 victory in Game 3.
- Erin Nuwer earned her 14th win of the season in the Monday game, with five strikeouts.
- Tennessee is scheduled to play a nonconference game at Duke on Wednesday at 7 p.m. EDT.
News Intelligence
- If you're a Tennessee sports fan, this is a moment of pride. The Lady Vols' winning streak against Kentucky is impressive. It's a testament to their hard work and skill. If you have time, tune in to their next game against Duke on Wednesday at 7 p.m. EDT.
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The Tennessee softball program benefited most, gaining a three-game sweep that strengthens team record, extends dominance over Kentucky, and bolsters momentum and national visibility ahead of upcoming nonconference play.
The Kentucky softball program suffered the sweep, leaving the Wildcats with a deteriorating SEC record and increased pressure to respond after consecutive losses and diminished conference standing.
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