Murphy Bulldogs (Murphy, NC) backers exited the stadium thrilled Thursday as they observed their softball team defeat the host Rosman Tigers (Rosman, NC), 10-0 in a league game.

With the triumph, Murphy moves its record to 1-0 on the year. The Bulldogs host Robbinsville (Robbinsville, NC) to clash with the Black Knights in a 1A Smoky Mountain game on Friday, March 9. The Black Knights come into the game with a record of 0-2. Robbinsville lost 6-1 in their recent league game against Swain County (Bryson City, NC)

In their next game, the Tigers clash with the Hayesville Yellowjackets (Hayesville, NC) in a 1A Smoky Mountain game, on Friday, March 9. Rosman will attempt to move on its 0-2 season record. The Yellowjackets come into the game with a 1-0 record after their 15-2 league win over Robbinsville (Robbinsville, NC).