Ithaca Bulldogs (Richland Center, WI) backers exited the stadium thrilled Friday as they saw their softball squad nip the visiting Riverdale Chieftains (Muscoda, WI), 9-2 in a non-league challenge.

The Bulldogs now own a 1-1 record. They take the field next when they host Weston for a Ridge & Valley challenge on Monday, April 15.

With the loss, Riverdale falls to 0-6 on the campaign. The Chieftains host Darlington (Darlington, WI) to face the Redbirds in a SWAL challenge on Monday, April 15. The Redbirds enter the challenge with a record of 0-4.