Marion Wildcats (Marion, IL) supporters left the game thrilled Friday as they saw their softball squad nip the visiting Goreville Blackcats (Goreville, IL), 10-3 in a non-league game.

With the triumph, Marion improves its record to 8-3 on the year. The Wildcats host Herrin (Herrin, IL) to play the Tigers in a non-league game on Wednesday, April 16. The Tigers enter the game with a record of 7-6.

The Blackcats now hold a 4-6 record. They play next when they travel to Harrisburg for a non-league game on Saturday, April 12. Goreville will play a Bulldogs squad coming off a 6-3 non-league loss to Benton (Benton, IL). The Bulldogs record now stands at 9-2.