In Tuesday's non-league challenge, the host El Cerrito Gauchos volleyball team scored a close 2-1 victory over the Hercules Titans.

The Gauchos (10-1) will now prepare for their challenge against Richmond (Richmond, CA). The Oilers enter the challenge with a 0-2 record.

Next, the Titans meet the Albany Cougars (Albany, CA) in a challenge, on Wednesday, October 2. Hercules will attempt to upgrade on its 0-5 season record. The Cougars enter the challenge with a 19-5 record after their 2-0 league win over St. Patrick-St. Vincent (Vallejo, CA).