McConnellsburg Spartans (McConnellsburg, PA) backers exited the stadium thrilled Thursday as they saw their softball squad nip the host Northern Bedford County Panthers (Loysburg, PA), 10-8 in a league challenge.

The Spartans now own a 8-8 record. They take the field next when they travel to Southern Huntingdon County for a Sideling Hill challenge on Tuesday, May 16.

With the loss, Northern Bedford County falls to 6-11 on the campaign. The Panthers travel to Williamsburg (Williamsburg, PA) to battle the Blue Pirates in a non-league challenge on Monday, May 15. The Blue Pirates enter the challenge with a record of 3-14. Williamsburg lost 11-0 in their recent league challenge against Juniata Valley (Alexandria, PA)