Maricopa Rams (Maricopa, AZ) backers exited the stadium thrilled Thursday as they saw their softball squad run past the visiting Carl Hayden Community Falcons (Phoenix, AZ), 17-1 in a non-league challenge.

The Rams now own a 18-4 record. They take the field next when they host Cesar Chavez for a 6A West Valley challenge on Tuesday, March 28.

With the loss, Carl Hayden Community falls to 0-9 on the campaign. The Falcons host Browne (Phoenix, AZ) to battle the Bruins in a 6A Metro challenge on Tuesday, March 28. The Bruins enter the challenge with a record of 1-7. Browne lost 13-0 in their recent non-league challenge against Boulder Creek (Anthem, AZ)