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Watch: Evan Russell Makes Little Kid's Day After Emotional Loss

Watch: Vols Baseball Catcher Evan Russell Makes Little Kid's Day After Emotional Loss
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Watch: Evan Russell Makes Little Kid's Day After Emotional Loss
Watch: Evan Russell Makes Little Kid's Day After Emotional Loss

Tennessee baseball super-senior catcher Evan Russell played his last game in a Tennessee Volunteer uniform on Sunday, as the Vols lost 7-3 to Notre Dame in the final of the NCAA Super Regional. 

But that didn't stop Evan Russell from taking the time to make a little kid's day. 

After the game, Russell and a little kid went to home plate in Lindsey Nelson Stadium, where the Lexginton, Tennessee, native tossed pitches to the kid who swung at them. Later on, the kid ran the bases and embraced with Russell for a hug. 

Russell has been a clear fan favorite on the Tennessee Baseball roster during his time at UT, especially in the past two seasons. 

Although Russell's time as a BaseVol is over, his impact on the program and fanbase will not soon be forgotten. 

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Jack Foster
JACK FOSTER

Jack is a sophomore at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville majoring in Journalism/Electronic Media. Jack grew up in Paris, Tennessee, but now spends the majority of his time in Knoxville doubling as a student and sports journalist for Volunteer Country. Jack has been a sports junkie since he was a young kid and always watched NFL football with his dad on Sundays. Jack still follows the NFL religiously, as he is an avid fantasy football player. Jack started with Volunteer Country in May of 2021 and has since helped provide full coverage of football, baseball and men's and women's basketball. Jack also works as a recurring member of WUTK's Rock Solid Sports show on Wednesdays and Fridays, and he also serves as head sports producer of The Volunteer Channel's Vol News, a student-run show at the University. When Jack is not watching or covering sports, find him on the golf course or back home spending time with his parents, younger sister and friends. Follow Jack on Twitter and Instagram by clicking "Twitter" and "Instagram" to see all of his work with Volunteer Country as well as student media.

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