The Atlantic softball team improved to 2-0 on Thursday night with a 9-0 home win over Exira-EHK. The Trojans jumped out to an early 1-0 lead in the first and then busted the game open in the 2nd with a five run frame. The Trojans took advantage of three walks and a throwing error to rack up those runs in the 2nd. Atlantic went on to score in all but 1 of the 6 innings they went to the plate on the night. Atlantic Head Coach Terry Hinzmann said their experience advantage paid off in the win.

Olivia Engler had a great night in the circle with 12 strikeouts and allowing just 3 hits and two walks. Engler said she felt good in the circle and gained confidence with the defense playing well behind her.

Engler also had a big night at the plate with 3 hits and 3 RBI on a 3-4 night. Alyssa Derby had two hits for Atlantic as well.

Macy Emgarten took the loss for the Spartans as she allowed 8 hits and gave up 4 walks and hit one batter. Emgarten finished the night with 6 strikeouts and the Spartans fall to 1-3 on the season.

The Trojans get right back after it on Friday with a game at Denison-Schleswig.

Engler said the team is comfortable with the spots they are in this early in the season and she feels they can get better with some more long ball production.

After the Denison game the Trojans are set to host the Trojan Tournament on Saturday.