J.I. Burton Black Raiders (Norton, VA) backers exited the stadium thrilled Monday as they saw their softball squad nip the visiting Holston Cavaliers (Damascus, VA), 9-5 in a non-league challenge.

The Black Raiders now own a 2-0 record. They take the field next when they travel to Holston for a non-league challenge on Thursday, March 31.

With the loss, Holston falls to 0-3 on the campaign. The Cavaliers host Twin Springs (Nickelsville, VA) to battle the Titans in a non-league challenge on Thursday, March 24. The Titans enter the challenge with a record of 0-0.