Hannibal Pirates (Hannibal, MO) supporters left the game pleased Tuesday as they saw their softball squad nudge the visiting Moberly Spartans (Moberly, MO), 11-5 in a non-league game.

With the triumph, Hannibal improves its record to 1-0 on the year. The Pirates host Mexico (Mexico, MO) to confront the Bulldogs in a non-league match on Thursday, September 11. The Bulldogs come into the match with a record of 0-0.