In Thursday's non-league battle, the host Pierce Bears volleyball team scored a 3-0 triumph over the University Prep Panthers.

The Bears (16-5) will now prepare for their battle against Williams (Williams, CA). The Yellowjackets come into the Sacramento Valley - South battle with a 1-5 record. In their last battle, Williams lost by Colusa (Colusa, CA), 3-0, in a league battle.

Next, the Panthers clash with the East Nicolaus Spartans (Nicolaus, CA) in a Sacramento Valley - North battle, on Tuesday, October 21. University Prep will attempt to advance on its 3-19 season record. The Spartans come into the battle with a 4-12 record after their 2-0 non-league loss to Valley Christian (Roseville, CA).