Dexter Bearcats (Dexter, MO) fans exited the stadium thrilled Friday as they observed their baseball squad hold off the visiting Advance Hornets (Advance, MO), 2-1 in a non-league test.

With the win, Dexter upgrades its record to 5-6 on the season. The Bearcats host Poplar Bluff (Poplar Bluff, MO) to battle the Mules in a non-league test on Friday, April 19. The Mules come into the test with a record of 13-5.

With the defeat, Advance falls to 2-9 on the season. The Hornets host Richland (Essex, MO) to battle the Rebels in a Class 1 District 2 battle on Monday, April 22. The Rebels enter the battle with a record of 0-3.