Franklin Patriots (Livonia, MI) supporters left the game thrilled Thursday as they saw their softball squad nip the host Seaholm Maples (Birmingham, MI), 6-5 in a non-league game.

With the triumph, Franklin improves its record to 3-4 on the year. The Patriots travel to Bloomfield Hills (Bloomfield Hills, MI) to face the Black Hawks in a non-league game on Tuesday, April 22. The Black Hawks enter the game with a record of 0-0.

The Maples now hold a 2-1 record. They play next when they travel to Mott for a non-league game on Monday, April 28.