The Clare Pioneers triumphed over the host Standish-Sterling Panthers softball squad by a count of 15-3 in Tuesday's league challenge.

Next, the Pioneers meet the Standish-Sterling Panthers (Standish, MI) in a Jack Pine challenge, on Tuesday, May 20. Clare will attempt to upgrade on its 30-1 season record. The Panthers enter the challenge with a 9-9 record after their 17-2 non-league win over Cadillac (Cadillac, MI).

The Panthers (9-11) will now prepare for their challenge against Clare (Clare, MI). The Pioneers enter the Jack Pine challenge with a 28-1 record. In their last challenge, Clare overcame Holton (Holton, MI), 7-3, in a non-league challenge.