The Mira Mesa Marauders triumphed over the visiting Grossmont Foothillers softball squad by a count of 9-4 in Tuesday's non-league challenge.

Next, the Marauders meet the Christian Patriots (El Cajon, CA) in a non-league challenge, on Friday, April 4. Mira Mesa will attempt to upgrade on its 4-8 season record. The Patriots enter the challenge with a 14-3 record after their 3-1 non-league win over Mater Dei Catholic (Chula Vista, CA).

The Foothillers (4-9) will now prepare for their challenge against Mount Miguel (Spring Valley, CA). The Matadors enter the Grossmont Valley challenge with a 2-4 record. In their last challenge, Mount Miguel edged Monte Vista (Spring Valley, CA), 14-2, in a league challenge.