In Monday's non-league contest, the Cardinal Comets (Eldon, IA) softball team held off the host Clarke Indians (Osceola, IA), by a margin of 9-8.

With the triumph, Cardinal moves its record to 12-11 on the year. The Comets travel to Van Buren County (Keosauqua, IA) to play the Warriors in a non-league contest on Tuesday, June 27. The Warriors come into the contest with a record of 13-6. Van Buren County won 21-4 in their recent non-league contest against New London (New London, IA)

In their next game, the Indians play the Creston Panthers (Creston, IA) in a non-league contest, on Tuesday, June 27. Clarke will attempt to move on its 6-14 season record. The Panthers come into the contest with a 20-10 record after their 5-4 league win over Lewis Central (Council Bluffs, IA).