Helias Crusaders (Jefferson City, MO) fans exited the stadium thrilled Thursday as they observed their baseball squad hold off the host Smith-Cotton Tigers (Sedalia, MO), 4-3 in a non-league test.

With the win, Helias upgrades its record to 17-6 on the season. The Crusaders host North Point (Wentzville, MO) to battle the Grizzlies in a non-league test on Friday, May 10. The Grizzlies come into the test with a record of 12-15. North Point won 10-0 in their recent non-league test against Elsberry (Elsberry, MO)

With the defeat, Smith-Cotton falls to 17-15 on the season. The Tigers travel to Grain Valley (Grain Valley, MO) to battle the Eagles in a non-league test on Wednesday, May 15. The Eagles come into the test with a record of 19-15. Grain Valley won 2-0 in their recent non-league test against Raymore-Peculiar (Peculiar, MO)