Foreman Gators (Foreman, AR) backers exited the stadium thrilled Thursday as they saw their softball squad nip the host Ashdown Panthers (Ashdown, AR), 6-3 in a non-league challenge.

The Gators now own a 2-0 record. They take the field next when they host Genoa Central for a non-league challenge on Friday, March 14.

With the loss, Ashdown falls to 1-1 on the campaign. The Panthers host Harmony Grove (Benton, AR) to battle the Cardinals in a non-league challenge on Tuesday, March 18. The Cardinals enter the challenge with a record of 0-0.