Polytechnic Panthers (Pasadena, CA) backers exited the stadium thrilled Thursday as they saw their softball squad run past the visiting Flintridge Prep Rebels (La Canada, CA), 17-1 in a league challenge.

The Panthers now own a 14-3 record. They take the field next when they travel to Paraclete for a non-league challenge on Saturday, May 9. Polytechnic will battle a Spirits squad coming off a 15-1 league win over Windward (Los Angeles, CA). The Spirits record now stands at 18-3.

With the loss, Flintridge Prep falls to 9-8 on the campaign. The Rebels travel to Firebaugh (Lynwood, CA) to battle the Falcons in a Prep challenge on Tuesday, May 12. The Falcons enter the challenge with a record of 2-13.