Mill Creek Hawks (Hoschton, GA) backers left the game pleased Wednesday as they saw their softball squad nudge the visiting Marist War Eagles (Atlanta, GA), 8-1 in a non-league game.

With the win, Mill Creek moves its record to 14-9 on the season. The Hawks travel to Collins Hill (Suwanee, GA) to confront the Eagles in a 6A Region 8 battle on Thursday, October 2. The Eagles come into the battle with a record of 11-14. Collins Hill lost 14-6 in their recent league battle against Buford (Buford, GA)

The War Eagles (12-8) will now prepare for their challenge against Druid Hills (Atlanta, GA). The Red Devils enter the 4A Region 5 challenge with a 5-10 record. In their last challenge, Druid Hills was routed by Northview (Johns Creek, GA), 9-2, in a league challenge.