The Nicholas County Grizzlies edged the host Midland Trail Patriots softball squad by a count of 4-3 in Thursday's non-league challenge.
Next, the Grizzlies meet the Woodrow Wilson Flying Eagles (Beckley, WV) in a non-league challenge, on Friday, April 24. Nicholas County will attempt to upgrade on its 8-13 season record. The Flying Eagles enter the challenge with a 7-15 record after their 7-2 league loss to Riverside (Belle, WV).
The Patriots (10-9) will now prepare for their challenge against Liberty (Glen Daniel, WV). The Raiders enter the Coalfield AA challenge with a 6-15 record. In their last challenge, Liberty edged James Monroe (Lindside, WV), 14-1, in a league challenge.