Patrick County Cougars (Stuart, VA) supporters left the game pleased Tuesday as they saw their softball squad nudge the host James River Knights (Buchanan, VA), 9-5 in a league game.

With the triumph, Patrick County improves its record to 10-3 on the year. The Cougars host Giles (Pearisburg, VA) to play the Spartans in a non-league game on Wednesday, April 22. The Spartans enter the game with a record of 5-5. Giles lost 11-0 in their recent league game against Auburn (Riner, VA)

The Knights now hold a 9-2 record. They play next when they host Patrick Henry for a non-league game on Wednesday, April 22. James River will play a Patriots squad coming off a 6-1 non-league loss to Glenvar (Salem, VA). The Patriots record now stands at 1-9.