Artesia Pioneers (Lakewood, CA) backers exited the stadium thrilled Thursday as they saw their softball squad run past the host Loara Saxons (Anaheim, CA), 15-2 in a non-league challenge.

The Pioneers now own a 2-1 record. They take the field next when they travel to Legacy for a non-league challenge on Monday, March 13.

With the loss, Loara falls to 1-4 on the campaign. The Saxons host Savanna (Anaheim, CA) to battle the Rebels in a non-league challenge on Wednesday, March 15. The Rebels enter the challenge with a record of 0-1.