In Monday's league challenge, the visiting Stanwood Spartans volleyball team scored a close 3-2 triumph over the Monroe Bearcats.

The Spartans (7-3) will now prepare for their challenge against Everett (Everett, WA). The Seagulls come into the 2A/3A Wesco challenge with a 4-8 record. In their last challenge, Everett was nudged by Snohomish (Snohomish, WA), 3-2, in a league challenge.

Next, the Bearcats play the Snohomish Panthers (Snohomish, WA) in a 2A/3A Wesco challenge, on Wednesday, October 16. Monroe will attempt to upgrade on its 8-4 season record. The Panthers come into the challenge with a 6-6 record after their 3-2 league win over Everett (Everett, WA).