Fans at Monday's non-league battle between the Branson Pirates (Branson, MO) and the host Central Bulldogs (Springfield, MO), saw Branson's soccer squad hold off Central by a count of 2-1.

The Pirates (9-9) will now prepare for their battle against Springfield Catholic (Springfield, MO). The Fighting Irish enter the non-league battle with a 14-4 record. In their last battle, Springfield Catholic tipped Lighthouse Christian (Springfield, MO), 6-1, in a non-league battle.

Next up, the Bulldogs confront the Parkview Vikings (Springfield, MO) in a Ozarks battle, on Tuesday, October 15. Central will attempt to upgrade on its 7-11 season record.