The Monticello Panthers the host Lone Tree Lions softball squad by a count of 8-4 in Saturday's non-league challenge.

Next, the Panthers play the Maquoketa Cardinals (Maquoketa, IA) in a River Valley - South challenge, on Thursday, June 27. Monticello will attempt to upgrade on its 9-15 season record. The Cardinals enter the challenge with a 8-14 record after their 2-1 non-league win over Camanche (Camanche, IA).

The Lions (10-9) will now prepare for their challenge against West Burlington (West Burlington, IA). The Falcons enter the non-league challenge with a 18-5 record. In their last challenge, West Burlington edged New London (New London, IA), 12-0, in a non-league challenge.