Tennessee baseball ended its weekend series at Kentucky with a thrilling 10-9 victory on Sunday, avoiding a sweep and showing the kind of fight that defines championship-caliber teams. The Vols (31-17, 11-13 SEC) may have lost the series 2-1, but they left Kentucky Proud Park with a statement win that should have fans buzzing.

The Wildcats came out swinging in the first two games, taking the opener 9-2 and Game 2 with a decisive 12-2 run-rule victory in eight innings. But Sunday was a different story. Tennessee's offense exploded for 13 hits, with freshman sensation Levi Clark leading the charge by crushing two home runs. Reese Chapman also went deep, reminding everyone why this lineup is one of the most dangerous in the SEC.

On the mound, Landon Mack (4-4) delivered a gritty performance, tossing six innings while allowing just one earned run. The right-hander struck out six batters on 102 pitches, giving the Vols the stability they needed after a tough weekend. Cam Appenzeller and Bo Rhudy each saw action in relief, with Rhudy struggling through 1.2 innings as Kentucky mounted a late comeback. But Brandon Arvidson shut the door, earning his second save of the season to seal the win.

This kind of resilience is exactly what Tennessee needs as they gear up for a crucial midweek matchup. The Vols will host Presbyterian on Tuesday at Lindsey Nelson Stadium, with first pitch scheduled for 6 p.m. EDT on SEC Network+. After a series that tested their mettle, expect a fired-up squad ready to build momentum heading into the final stretch of the regular season.