Early Panthers (Morrisville, MO) supporters left the game thrilled Friday as they saw their softball squad nip the visiting Clinton Cardinals (Clinton, MO), 5-1 in a non-league game.

With the triumph, Early improves its record to 11-17 on the year. The Panthers travel to Hartville (Hartville, MO) to play the Eagles in a non-league game on Monday, October 7. The Eagles enter the game with a record of 14-8. Hartville won 12-3 in their recent non-league game against Stoutland (Stoutland, MO)

The Cardinals now hold a 6-16 record. They play next when they travel to Marshall for a non-league game on Monday, October 7.