Elida Bulldogs (Elida, OH) fans exited the stadium thrilled Tuesday as they observed their baseball squad overcome the visiting Van Wert Cougars (Van Wert, OH), 16-6 in a non-league test.

With the win, Elida upgrades its record to 1-0 on the campaign. The Bulldogs host Lincolnview (Van Wert, OH) to play the Lancers in a non-league battle on Monday, April 11. The Lancers enter the battle with a record of 0-0.

The Cougars now possess a 0-1 record. They take the field next when they host Bath for a non-league battle on Friday, April 8.