The Central Catholic Raiders volleyball team (Lawrence, MA), was dropped 3-1 in Monday's league challenge with the host Methuen Rangers (Methuen, MA)

The Rangers (10-5) will now prepare for their challenge against Beverly (Beverly, MA). The Panthers enter the non-league challenge with a 1-14 record. In their last challenge, Beverly was dropped by Bishop Fenwick (Peabody, MA), 3-0, in a non-league challenge.

Next, the Raiders encounter the Haverhill Hillies (Haverhill, MA) in a Merrimack Valley I challenge, on Wednesday, October 18. Central Catholic will attempt to move on its 5-10 season record. The Hillies enter the challenge with a 13-1 record after their 3-1 league win over Chelmsford (North Chelmsford, MA).