West Mecklenburg Hawks (Charlotte, NC) fans exited the stadium thrilled Thursday as they observed their baseball squad overcome the host Garinger Wildcats (Charlotte, NC), 12-2 in a non-league test.

With the win, West Mecklenburg upgrades its record to 5-11 on the season. The Hawks travel to Mallard Creek (Charlotte, NC) to battle the Mavericks in a Queen City 3A/4A test on Friday, April 19. The Mavericks come into the test with a record of 9-11. Mallard Creek lost 3-2 in their recent non-league test against Lincoln Charter (Denver, NC)

With the defeat, Garinger falls to 0-16 on the season. The Wildcats host Rocky River (Mint Hill, NC) to battle the Ravens in a Southwestern 4A test on Tuesday, April 23. The Ravens come into the test with a record of 5-13.