Stratford Academy Eagles (Macon, GA) supporters left the game pleased Saturday as they saw their softball squad nudge the visiting Athens Christian Eagles (Athens, GA), 8-7 in a non-league game.

With the triumph, Stratford Academy improves its record to 8-8 on the season. The Eagles host First Presbyterian Day (Macon, GA) to battle the Vikings in a GIAA Class AAA & AAAA District 6 match on Tuesday, September 16. The Vikings come into the match with a record of 10-3. First Presbyterian Day won 15-0 in their recent league match against Piedmont Academy (Monticello, GA)

Next up, the Eagles play the Gatewood Gators (Eatonton, GA) in a non-league game, on Monday, September 15. Athens Christian will attempt to upgrade on its 3-7 season record. The Gators enter the game with a 6-4 record after their 8-0 league loss to Brentwood (Sandersville, GA).