La Grande Tigers (La Grande, OR) backers exited the stadium thrilled Tuesday as they saw their softball squad nip the host Vale Vikings (Vale, OR), 10-5 in a non-league challenge.

The Tigers now own a 8-2 record. They take the field next when they travel to Baker/Powder Valley for a 4A Greater Oregon challenge on Friday, April 28.

With the loss, Vale falls to 9-4 on the campaign. The Vikings host Umatilla (Umatilla, OR) to face the Vikings in a 3A Special District 2 challenge on Friday, April 28. The Vikings enter the challenge with a record of 3-4.