The Payson Longhorns volleyball squad (Payson, AZ), dropped 3-0 in Thursday's league battle with the host Northwest Christian Crusaders (Phoenix, AZ)

With the win, Northwest Christian improves its record to 18-6 on the season. The Crusaders travel to San Tan Foothills (Queen Creek, AZ) to encounter the Sabercats in a 3A - Metro battle on Wednesday, October 30. The Sabercats go into the battle with a record of 4-20.

The Longhorns now own a 21-12 record. They put it on the line next when they host Gilbert Christian for a 3A - Metro battle on Monday, October 28. Payson will encounter a Knights squad coming off a 3-0 league win over San Tan Foothills (Queen Creek, AZ). The Knights record now stands at 26-3.