Columbus Academy Vikings (Gahanna, OH) fans exited the stadium thrilled Thursday as they observed their baseball squad overcome the visiting Whetstone Braves (Columbus, OH), 12-8 in a non-league test.

With the win, Columbus Academy upgrades its record to 8-7 on the season. The Vikings travel to Northmor (Galion, OH) to battle the Golden Knights in a non-league bout on Saturday, April 30. The Golden Knights enter the bout with a record of 9-5. Northmor lost 12-3 in their recent league bout against Centerburg (Centerburg, OH)

Next, the Braves face the River Valley Vikings (Caledonia, OH) in a non-league bout, on Friday, April 29. Whetstone will attempt to advance on its 9-5 season record.