McClatchy Lions (Sacramento, CA) supporters were pleased Tuesday as they observed their soccer team knock off the host Kennedy Cougars (Sacramento, CA), 3-1 in a league challenge.

Next, the Lions confront the Laguna Creek Cardinals (Elk Grove, CA) in a challenge, on Thursday, February 1. McClatchy will attempt to move on its 11-2 season record. The Cardinals enter the challenge with a 6-8 record after their 2-0 league win over Monterey Trail (Elk Grove, CA).

The Cougars now possess a 5-4 record. They take the field next when they host River City for a challenge on Saturday, February 3. Kennedy will confront a Raiders team coming off a 5-0 league win over Burbank (Sacramento, CA). The Raiders record now stands at 9-2.