In Wednesday's non-league test, the Marquette Defenders (Bellevue, IA) softball squad got by the visiting Alburnett Pirates (Alburnett, IA), by a tally of 6-5.

Next, the Defenders clash with the Alburnett Pirates (Alburnett, IA) in a non-league test, on Wednesday, July 2. Marquette will attempt to advance on its 18-11 season record. The Pirates go into the test with a 26-9 record after their 8-0 non-league win over Midland (Wyoming, IA).

The Pirates (26-11) will now prepare for their test against Marquette (Bellevue, IA). The Defenders go into the non-league test with a 16-11 record. In their last test, Marquette held off North Linn (Troy Mills, IA), 3-2, in a non-league test.