Kirtland Central Broncos (Kirtland, NM) fans exited the stadium thrilled Saturday as they observed their baseball squad hold off the host Grants Pirates (Grants, NM), 5-4 in a non-league test.

With the win, Kirtland Central upgrades its record to 8-5 on the season. The Broncos host Thoreau (Thoreau, NM) to battle the Hawks in a non-league test on Tuesday, March 29. The Hawks come into the test with a record of 2-4. Thoreau lost 19-2 in their recent non-league test against Non Varsity Opponent (, )

With the defeat, Grants falls to 10-6 on the season. The Pirates host Highland (Albuquerque, NM) to battle the Hornets in a 4A District 5 test on Tuesday, March 29. The Hornets come into the test with a record of 0-11. Highland 0-0 in their recent non-league test against Albuquerque (Albuquerque, NM)