Evanston Wildkits (Evanston, IL) fans exited the stadium thrilled Friday as they observed their baseball squad overcome the visiting Hersey Huskies (Arlington Heights, IL), 5-1 in a non-league test.

With the win, Evanston upgrades its record to 7-2 on the season. The Wildkits host Vernon Hills (Vernon Hills, IL) to battle the Cougars in a non-league test on Tuesday, April 9. The Cougars come into the test with a record of 2-7.

With the defeat, Hersey falls to 4-4 on the season. The Huskies host Hampshire (Hampshire, IL) to battle the Whip-Purs in a non-league test on Saturday, April 6. The Whip-Purs come into the test with a record of 5-0. Hampshire won 5-4 in their recent non-league test against Dixon (Dixon, IL)