Gilmer Buckeyes (Gilmer, TX) supporters left the game thrilled Saturday as they saw their softball squad nip the host Van Vandals (Van, TX), 4-1 in a non-league game.

With the triumph, Gilmer improves its record to 5-1 on the year. The Buckeyes travel to Bullard (Bullard, TX) to face the Panthers in a non-league game on Saturday, February 22. The Panthers enter the game with a record of 7-0. Bullard won 8-2 in their recent non-league game against Carthage (Carthage, TX)

The Vandals now hold a 3-5 record. They play next when they travel to Grand Saline for a non-league game on Tuesday, February 25.