Amory Panthers (Amory, MS) backers exited the stadium thrilled Monday as they saw their softball squad nip the visiting Mantachie Mustangs (Mantachie, MS), 10-9 in a non-league challenge.

The Panthers now own a 8-13 record. They take the field next when they travel to Pontotoc for a 4A Region 1 challenge on Tuesday, April 3.

With the loss, Mantachie falls to 7-7 on the campaign. The Mustangs host Nettleton (Nettleton, MS) to face the Tigers in a 3A Region 2 challenge on Thursday, April 5. The Tigers enter the challenge with a record of 10-2. Nettleton won 9-2 in their recent league challenge against Mooreville (Mooreville, MS)