Willard Tigers (Willard, MO) fans exited the stadium thrilled Monday as they observed their baseball squad overcome the host Hillcrest Hornets (Springfield, MO), 13-5 in a non-league test.

With the win, Willard upgrades its record to 9-1 on the season. The Tigers host Carthage (Carthage, MO) to battle the Tigers in a Central Ozarks - Large test on Thursday, April 14. The Tigers come into the test with a record of 0-0.

With the defeat, Hillcrest falls to 0-2 on the season. The Hornets host Nixa (Nixa, MO) to battle the Eagles in a non-league test on Thursday, April 7. The Eagles come into the test with a record of 3-2. Nixa lost 4-1 in their recent non-league test against Bolivar (Bolivar, MO)