Mariner Marauders (Everett, WA) fans exited the stadium thrilled Thursday as they saw their softball squad nip the visiting Shorecrest Scots (Seattle, WA), 5-3 in a non-league challenge.

The Marauders now sport a 1-0 record. They take the field next when they host Kamiak for a 4A Wesco challenge on Friday, April 5.

With the loss, Shorecrest falls to 0-4 on the campaign. The Scots host Lynnwood (Bothell, WA) to face the Royals in a 2A/3A Wesco challenge on Monday, April 1. The Royals enter the challenge with a record of 0-3. Lynnwood lost 21-2 in their recent league challenge against Stanwood (Stanwood, WA)