Beckman Trailblazers (Dyersville, IA) backers exited the stadium thrilled Friday as they saw their softball squad nip the host Independence Mustangs (Independence, IA), 5-4 in a non-league challenge.

The Trailblazers now own a 8-4 record. They take the field next when they travel to West Delaware for a non-league challenge on Saturday, June 15.

With the loss, Independence falls to 10-16 on the campaign. The Mustangs host Waukon (Waukon, IA) to face the Indians in a non-league challenge on Saturday, June 15. The Indians enter the challenge with a record of 6-7.