In Tuesday's non-league test, the Hermitage Hornets (Hermitage, MO) softball squad overwhelmed the visiting Laquey Hornets (Laquey, MO), by a count of 18-0.

Next, the Hornets meet the Weaubleau Tigers (Weaubleau, MO) in a Class 1 District 2 test, on Thursday, October 17. Hermitage will attempt to upgrade on its 6-19 season record. The Tigers go into the test with a 13-10 record after their 5-3 league win over Tuscumbia (Tuscumbia, MO).

The Hornets (2-23) will now prepare for their test against Early (Morrisville, MO). The Panthers go into the Class 2 District 4 test with a 13-18 record. In their last test, Early toppled Sherwood (Creighton, MO), 13-3, in a league test.