Forreston Cardinals (Forreston, IL) backers exited the stadium thrilled Thursday as they saw their softball squad defeat the visiting Eastland Cougars (Lanark, IL), 17-5 in a league game.

With the triumph, Forreston moves its record to 5-6 on the year. The Cardinals travel to Rochelle (Rochelle, IL) to clash with the Hubs in a non-league game on Friday, April 12. The Hubs come into the game with a record of 3-5. Rochelle lost 10-0 in their recent league game against LaSalle-Peru (LaSalle, IL)

In their next game, the Cougars clash with the Fulton Steamers (Fulton, IL) in a non-league game, on Saturday, April 13. Eastland will attempt to move on its 7-3 season record. The Steamers come into the game with a 12-4 record after their 12-5 league win over River Ridge/Scales Mound (Hanover, IL).