The Fremd Vikings overwhelmed the host Palatine Pirates softball squad by a count of 7-0 in Wednesday's league challenge.

Next, the Vikings meet the Barrington Fillies/Broncos (Barrington, IL) in a Mid-Suburban West challenge, on Friday, April 25. Fremd will attempt to upgrade on its 11-1 season record. The Fillies/Broncos go into the challenge with a 15-2 record after their 18-3 league win over Hoffman Estates (Hoffman Estates, IL).

The Pirates (6-7) will now prepare for their challenge against Conant (Hoffman Estates, IL). The Cougars go into the Mid-Suburban West challenge with a 5-5 record. In their last challenge, Conant was routed by Prospect (Mt. Prospect, IL), 5-4, in a league challenge.