McClatchy Lions (Sacramento, CA) supporters were pleased Thursday as they observed their soccer team hold off the host Laguna Creek Cardinals (Elk Grove, CA), 1-0 in a league challenge.

Next, the Lions confront the River City Raiders (West Sacramento, CA) in a challenge, on Tuesday, January 17. McClatchy will attempt to move on its 6-6 season record. The Raiders enter the challenge with a 3-2 record after their 6-2 league win over Laguna Creek (Elk Grove, CA).

The Cardinals now possess a 3-5 record. They take the field next when they travel to Grant for a challenge on Thursday, January 19. Laguna Creek will confront a Pacers team coming off a 2-1 league win over McClatchy (Sacramento, CA). The Pacers record now stands at 4-1.