Hemphill Hornets (Hemphill, TX) fans exited the stadium thrilled Saturday as they observed their baseball squad hold off the visiting Tarkington Longhorns (Cleveland, TX), 3-2 in a non-league test.

With the win, Hemphill upgrades its record to 1-2 on the season. The Hornets host West Sabine (Pineland, TX) to play the Tigers in a non-league battle on Tuesday, February 27. The Tigers enter the battle with a record of 2-1. West Sabine won 11-5 in their recent non-league battle against Waskom (Waskom, TX)

The Longhorns now possess a 0-4 record. They take the field next when they travel to Orangefield for a non-league battle on Tuesday, February 27.