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Area Sports Briefs: Clarke Hits 2 Homers
West Rowan alum Emma Clarke powers Tennessee to victory over East Tennessee State
Apr. 10, 2026 at 12:35am
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A cubist interpretation of the dynamic action and energy of a college softball game, capturing the sport's intensity through a fragmented, geometric lens.Salisbury TodayIn a roundup of local college and minor league baseball action, the highlights include West Rowan graduate Emma Clarke hitting two home runs for the University of Tennessee softball team, Salisbury's Katie Peeler delivering a game-winning double for Furman, and several other area players making contributions for their respective teams.
Why it matters
These sports briefs showcase the continued success of local athletes as they compete at the college and professional levels, highlighting the strength of the sports programs in Rowan County and the region.
The details
Emma Clarke, a sophomore first baseman for the University of Tennessee, hit two home runs in the team's win over East Tennessee State on Tuesday. Clarke is batting .298 on the season with eight doubles and 25 RBIs. Other local standouts include Salisbury's Katie Peeler, who had a game-winning double for Furman, and Lonna Addison of Carson, who is 13-5 with 87 strikeouts for Winthrop. On the junior college baseball side, several West Rowan graduates are making an impact, including Brice Knox, Eli Graham, and Gaige Scruggs for Surry Community College.
- On Tuesday, Emma Clarke hit two home runs for Tennessee.
- On Tuesday, Katie Peeler had a game-winning double for Furman.
The players
Emma Clarke
A sophomore first baseman for the University of Tennessee softball team and a graduate of West Rowan High School.
Katie Peeler
A player for the Furman University softball team and a graduate of Salisbury High School.
Lonna Addison
A pitcher for the Winthrop University softball team and a graduate of Carson High School.
Brice Knox
A baseball player for Surry Community College and a graduate of West Rowan High School.
Eli Graham
A baseball player for Surry Community College and a graduate of West Rowan High School.
The takeaway
The success of local athletes at the college and professional levels is a testament to the strength of the sports programs in Rowan County and the region, and highlights the continued development and growth of these talented players.
