Columbus North Bull Dogs (Columbus, IN) backers exited the stadium thrilled Tuesday as they saw their softball squad nip the host Bloomington North Cougars (Bloomington, IN), 8-6 in a league challenge.

The Bull Dogs now own a 4-1 record. They take the field next when they host Southport for a Conference Indiana challenge on Thursday, April 18. Columbus North will battle a Cardinals squad coming off a 10-0 non-league loss to Roncalli (Indianapolis, IN). The Cardinals record now stands at 2-4.

With the loss, Bloomington North falls to 2-6 on the campaign. The Cougars host Terre Haute North Vigo (Terre Haute, IN) to battle the Patriots in a Conference Indiana challenge on Thursday, April 18. The Patriots enter the challenge with a record of 4-4. Terre Haute North Vigo won 5-2 in their recent non-league challenge against North Putnam (Roachdale, IN)