The Arnold Marlins volleyball team (Panama City Beach, FL), was dropped 2-0 in Friday's non-league challenge with the visiting Northside Patriots (Columbus, GA)

The Patriots (16-7) will now prepare for their challenge against Bartram Trail (St. Johns, FL). The Bears enter the non-league challenge with a 4-3 record. In their last challenge, Bartram Trail was dropped by Mandarin (Jacksonville, FL), 3-2, in a league challenge.

Next, the Marlins meet the Thomasville Tigers (Thomasville, AL) in a non-league challenge, on Friday, September 17. Arnold will attempt to move on its 8-6 season record. The Tigers enter the challenge with a 14-2 record after their 2-0 non-league win over Jackson (Jackson, AL).