In Wednesday's non-league contest, the Newton Cardinals (Newton, IA) softball team overwhelmed the host Marshalltown Bobcats (Marshalltown, IA), by a margin of 7-2.

With the triumph, Newton moves its record to 2-0 on the year. The Cardinals host Knoxville (Knoxville, IA) to clash with the Panthers in a non-league test on Thursday, May 23. The Panthers come into the test with a record of 1-0. Knoxville won 9-2 in their recent league test against Davis County (Bloomfield, IA)

The Bobcats (0-1) will now prepare for their test against Mason City (Mason City, IA). The Mohawks come into the non-league test with a 0-0 record.