Dunlap Eagles (Dunlap, IL) backers exited the stadium thrilled Tuesday as they saw their softball squad nip the host Limestone Rockets (Bartonville, IL), 8-5 in a league challenge.

The Eagles now own a 15-5 record. They take the field next when they travel to East Peoria for a Mid-Illini challenge on Monday, May 8.

With the loss, Limestone falls to 4-11 on the campaign. The Rockets host Washington (Washington, IL) to battle the Panthers in a Mid-Illini challenge on Thursday, May 4. The Panthers enter the challenge with a record of 15-5. Washington won 13-0 in their recent league challenge against Canton (Canton, IL)