The Palmer Panthers triumphed over the host Quaboag Regional Cougars softball squad by a count of 18-13 in Wednesday's non-league challenge.

Next, the Panthers meet the Holyoke Purple Knights (Holyoke, MA) in a PVIAC - Bi County challenge, on Thursday, May 8. Palmer will attempt to upgrade on its 5-7 season record. The Purple Knights enter the challenge with a 4-8 record after their 16-4 league loss to Central (Springfield, MA).

The Cougars (1-4) will now prepare for their challenge against Northbridge (Whitinsville, MA). The Rams enter the non-league challenge with a 2-6 record. In their last challenge, Northbridge was routed by Uxbridge (Uxbridge, MA), 18-0, in a league challenge.