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

Jack Foster | Jun 12, 2022

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.

This video is Evan Russell in a nutshell. Taking time to toss pitches to a little kid after an emotional game. pic.twitter.com/cyL6rt3Vpp
— Jack Foster (@jackfostermedia) June 12, 2022

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.

Evan gets it. Thanks for being the person you are VFL 🍊🍊🍊
— T Vol (@JL6472) June 12, 2022

He's a Legend IMO!
— 🍊ScottyJ🍊 (@ScottoJ2626) June 12, 2022

Probably would do that for a 1000 kids. He just doesn’t want to leave the field himself. Wow. Congratulations on an amazing year. https://t.co/ubqMfvGlM6
— Mark Anderson (@AndersonM1978) June 12, 2022

No player should ever wear #6 again. https://t.co/VIhMj8KJEZ
— Beau (@BeauSternCrock) June 12, 2022

Precious. Although this is likely making the little kiddo's world, something tells me it's also helping Evan Russell put things into perspective, too. https://t.co/YHJU4QDKHn
— Emily Proud (@emily_proud) June 12, 2022

Love this. Gonna miss seeing Evan Russell playing for the Vols. https://t.co/gtM4H94hTc
— Richard Daugherty (@Richard_RND) June 12, 2022

A treasure! Thanks for the memories, Evan!! https://t.co/DdXcP6Qupu
— 🔸Erin🔸 (@ErinM143) June 12, 2022

Man I’m gonna miss Evan. https://t.co/83LYXDNswR
— Zach Pickle (@zpickle90) June 12, 2022

God bless you @EvanRussell_4. Been a honor to watch you n and off the field. GBO!! https://t.co/0KBO7Mp8T9
— LawCoVol (@js_hannah) June 12, 2022

Published Jun 12, 2022

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.