Medford Raiders (Medford, WI) backers exited the stadium thrilled Tuesday as they saw their softball squad nip the host Marathon Red Raiders (Marathon, WI), 6-0 in a non-league challenge.

The Raiders now own a 1-0 record. They take the field next when they travel to Northland Pines for a Great Northern challenge on Tuesday, April 5.

With the loss, Marathon falls to 0-2 on the campaign. The Red raiders host Chequamegon (Park Falls, WI) to battle the Screaming Eagles in a Marawood challenge on Tuesday, April 5. The Screaming Eagles enter the challenge with a record of 0-0.