Hartford Orioles (Hartford, WI) backers exited the stadium thrilled Tuesday as they saw their softball squad nip the visiting Slinger Owls (Slinger, WI), 10-5 in a non-league challenge.

The Orioles now own a 7-1 record. They take the field next when they travel to Homestead for a non-league challenge on Thursday, April 20.

With the loss, Slinger falls to 5-1 on the campaign. The Owls host Grafton (Grafton, WI) to clash with the Black Hawks in a non-league game on Thursday, April 20. The Black Hawks come into the game with a record of 3-9. Grafton lost 8-7 in their recent non-league game against Nicolet (Glendale, WI)