Russell County Lakers (Russell Springs, KY) backers exited the stadium thrilled Tuesday as they saw their softball squad achieve victory over the host Metcalfe County Hornets (Edmonton, KY), 9-0 in a non-league challenge.

The Lakers now own a 1-1 record. They take the field next when they host Cumberland County for a non-league challenge on Thursday, April 25.

With the loss, Metcalfe County falls to 0-1 on the campaign. The Hornets travel to Clinton County (Albany, KY) to face the Bulldogs in a non-league challenge on Thursday, April 25. The Bulldogs enter the challenge with a record of 3-1.