Franklin Panthers (Franklin, NC) supporters were pleased Monday as they observed their soccer team hold off the visiting North Henderson Knights (Hendersonville, NC), 3-2 in a league challenge.

Next, the Panthers confront the Smoky Mountain Mustangs (Sylva, NC) in a Mountain Seven 3A challenge, on Wednesday, October 18. Franklin will attempt to move on its 9-7 season record. The Mustangs enter the challenge with a 2-13 record after their 6-3 non-league loss to North Buncombe (Weaverville, NC).

The Knights now possess a 7-8 record. They take the field next when they host East Henderson for a Mountain Seven 3A challenge on Wednesday, October 18. North Henderson will confront a Eagles team coming off a 3-2 league win over Tuscola (Waynesville, NC). The Eagles record now stands at 7-7.