El Monte Lions (El Monte, CA) backers exited the stadium thrilled Monday as they saw their softball squad nip the host Gabrielino Eagles (San Gabriel, CA), 10-9 in a league challenge.

The Lions now own a 2-0 record. They take the field next when they travel to Rosemead for a challenge on Wednesday, March 20.

With the loss, Gabrielino falls to 0-3 on the campaign. The Eagles travel to Rosemead (Rosemead, CA) to battle the Panthers in a challenge on Tuesday, March 26. The Panthers come into the game with a record of 3-1.