Howell Highlanders (Howell, MI) supporters left the game thrilled Monday as they saw their softball squad topple the visiting Franklin Patriots (Livonia, MI), 16-6 in a non-league game.

With the triumph, Howell improves its record to 23-12 on the year. The Highlanders host Lakeland (White Lake, MI) to play the Eagles in a non-league game on Wednesday, May 28. The Eagles enter the game with a record of 23-9. Lakeland won 13-12 in their recent league game against South Lyon East (South Lyon, MI)

The Patriots now hold a 7-16 record. They play next when they travel to Wayne Memorial for a Kensington Lakes - East game on Tuesday, May 27. Franklin will play a Zebras squad coming off a 16-1 league loss to Brighton (Brighton, MI). The Zebras record now stands at 3-13.