The Branson Pirates triumphed over the visiting Early Panthers softball squad by a count of 9-2 in Thursday's non-league challenge.

Next, the Pirates meet the Sullivan Eagles (Sullivan, MO) in a non-league challenge, on Friday, October 4. Branson will attempt to upgrade on its 12-10 season record. The Eagles enter the challenge with a 10-10 record after their 16-1 non-league win over St. James (St. James, MO).

The Panthers (10-17) will now prepare for their challenge against Clinton (Clinton, MO). The Cardinals enter the non-league challenge with a 6-15 record. In their last challenge, Clinton was routed by Pleasant Hill (Pleasant Hill, MO), 16-1, in a league challenge.