In Thursday's non-league contest, the Joplin Eagles (Joplin, MO) softball team overwhelmed the visiting Waynesville Tigers (Waynesville, MO), by a margin of 5-0.

With the triumph, Joplin moves its record to 12-12 on the year. The Eagles travel to Carthage (Carthage, MO) to play the Tigers in a Class 4 District 12 contest on Thursday, October 12. The Tigers come into the contest with a record of 15-14. Carthage won 20-8 in their recent non-league contest against Father Tolton (Columbia, MO)

In their next game, the Tigers play the Hillcrest Hornets (Springfield, MO) in a non-league contest, on Saturday, October 7. Waynesville will attempt to move on its 14-11 season record. The Hornets come into the contest with a 6-16 record after their 18-3 league win over Reeds Spring (Reeds Spring, MO).