Downey Vikings (Downey, CA) backers left the game pleased Monday as they saw their softball squad nudge the visiting Lakewood Lancers (Lakewood, CA), 7-6 in a non-league game.

With the triumph, Downey upgrades its record to 8-2 on the year. The Vikings host South El Monte (South El Monte, CA) to play the Eagles in a non-league game on Tuesday, March 11. The Eagles enter the game with a record of 1-1. South El Monte lost 11-1 in their recent non-league game against Downey (Downey, CA)

The Lancers now own a 0-2 record. They play next when they host Rosary Academy for a non-league game on Tuesday, April 22.