The Howell Vikings got by the host Eureka Wildcats softball squad by a count of 8-7 in Monday's non-league challenge.

Next, the Vikings meet the Liberty Eagles (Lake St. Louis, MO) in a non-league challenge, on Tuesday, October 1. Howell will attempt to upgrade on its 13-7 season record. The Eagles go into the challenge with a 8-8 record after their 4-3 non-league loss to Howell Central (St. Charles, MO).

The Wildcats (9-11) will now prepare for their challenge against Rockwood Summit (Fenton, MO). The Falcons go into the non-league challenge with a 14-7 record. In their last challenge, Rockwood Summit held off Marquette (Chesterfield, MO), 9-4, in a league challenge.