Benton Rangers (Benton, IL) fans exited the stadium thrilled Thursday as they observed their baseball squad hold off the visiting Herrin Tigers (Herrin, IL), 5-4 in a league test.

With the win, Benton upgrades its record to 3-5 on the season. The Rangers host Harrisburg (Harrisburg, IL) to battle the Bulldogs in a test on Tuesday, April 18. The Bulldogs come into the test with a record of 0-1. Harrisburg lost 7-2 in their recent league test against Benton (Benton, IL)

With the defeat, Herrin falls to 0-2 on the season. The Tigers host Mt. Vernon (Mt. Vernon, IL) to battle the Rams in a non-league test on Wednesday, April 26. The Rams come into the test with a record of 8-3.