In Monday's non-league challenge, the Del Norte Nighthawks (San Diego, CA) softball squad edged the visiting Mira Mesa Marauders (San Diego, CA), by a count of 5-4.

Next, the Nighthawks play the Mt. Carmel Sundevils (San Diego, CA) in a non-league challenge, on Wednesday, April 2. Del Norte will attempt to upgrade on its 7-6 season record. The Sundevils enter the challenge with a 5-6 record after their 10-2 non-league win over Valhalla (El Cajon, CA).

The Marauders (4-8) will now prepare for their challenge against Grossmont (El Cajon, CA). The Foothillers enter the non-league challenge with a 4-8 record. In their last challenge, Grossmont was nudged by Brawley (Brawley, CA), 7-6, in a non-league challenge.