Hammond Skyhawks (Columbia, SC) backers exited the stadium thrilled Friday as they saw their softball squad nip the host Augusta Christian Lions (Martinez, GA), 9-2 in a league game.

With the triumph, Hammond improves its record to 13-2 on the year. The Skyhawks travel to Spring Valley (Columbia, SC) to clash with the Vikings in a non-league game on Monday, April 29. The Vikings come into the game with a record of 8-10. Spring Valley lost 13-3 in their recent league game against Clover (Clover, SC)

In their next game, the Lions clash with the Heathwood Hall Episcopal Highlanders (Columbia, SC) in a SCISA AAA Region I game, on Tuesday, April 30. Augusta Christian will attempt to improve on its 10-2 season record. The Highlanders come into the game with a 3-6 record after their 15-3 non-league loss to Gilbert (Gilbert, SC).