Arleta Mustangs (Arleta, CA) fans exited the stadium thrilled Friday as they observed their baseball squad overcome the visiting Grant Lancers (Van Nuys, CA), 8-2 in a league test.

With the win, Arleta upgrades its record to 1-7 on the season. The Mustangs travel to Monroe (North Hills, CA) to battle the Vikings in a East Valley game on Monday, March 26. The Vikings go into the game with a record of 9-5. Monroe won 5-4 in their recent non-league game against Venice (Los Angeles, CA)

The Lancers (5-7) will now prepare for their game against Van Nuys (Van Nuys, CA). The Wolves go into the non-league game with a 2-3 record. In their last game, Van Nuys was overwhelmed by Monroe (North Hills, CA), 6-2, in a non-league game.

Arleta comes to life with a strong offense and a great pitching performance from Johnny Munoz. Ryan Reyes added a two run shot over the scoreboard to give Arleta their first win 8-2. Arleta's Munoz thew a 1 hitter against Grant in a dominant performance from the big lefty.