Atchison Phoenix (Atchison, KS) backers exited the stadium thrilled Thursday as they saw their softball squad run past the visiting Sumner Academy Sabres (Kansas City, KS), 17-2 in a non-league challenge.

The Phoenix now own a 7-4 record. They take the field next when they travel to Leavenworth for a non-league challenge on Thursday, April 28.

With the loss, Sumner Academy falls to 1-6 on the campaign. The Sabres host Washington (Kansas City, KS) to battle the Wildcats in a non-league challenge on Tuesday, April 26. The Wildcats enter the challenge with a record of 2-8. Washington lost 15-0 in their recent non-league challenge against Leavenworth (Leavenworth, KS)