Huntley Red Raiders (Huntley, IL) backers exited the stadium thrilled Friday as they saw their softball squad nip the visiting McHenry Warriors (McHenry, IL), 5-1 in a league challenge.

The Red Raiders now own a 9-3 record. They take the field next when they travel to Lockport for a non-league challenge on Saturday, April 15.

With the loss, McHenry falls to 6-2 on the campaign. The Warriors host Maine East (Park Ridge, IL) to battle the Blue Demons in a non-league challenge on Saturday, April 15. The Blue Demons enter the challenge with a record of 3-6. Maine East lost 6-2 in their recent league challenge against Vernon Hills (Vernon Hills, IL)