The Howard Lions (Ellicott City, MD) soccer nipped the visiting Long Reach Lightning (Columbia, MD), 2-1 in Tuesday's non-league contest.

Next, the Lions battle the Mt. Hebron Vikings (Ellicott City, MD) in a non-league contest, on Wednesday, October 15. Howard will attempt to better on its 5-3 season record. The Vikings go into the challenge with a 6-1 record after their 1-0 league win over Long Reach (Columbia, MD).

With the loss, Long Reach moves to 5-3 on the year. The Lightning travel to Marriotts Ridge (Marriottsville, MD) to encounter the Mustangs in a non-league challenge on Saturday, October 18. The Mustangs go into the challenge with a record of 2-5.