Ruidoso Warriors (Ruidoso, NM) backers exited the stadium pleased Thursday as they witnessed their soccer team get by the visiting Portales Rams (Portales, NM), 1-0 in a non-league test.

With the triumph, Ruidoso advances its record to 4-12 on the campaign. The Warriors host Hatch Valley (Hatch, NM) to clash with the Bears in a A/3A District 3/4 test on Saturday, October 19. The Bears come into the test with a record of 8-10. Hatch Valley won 11-1 in their recent league test against Hot Springs (Truth or Consequences, NM)

The Rams now have a 4-13 record. They take the field next when they host Lovington for a 4A District 4 test on Tuesday, October 22. Portales will clash with a Wildcats team coming off a 4-1 league win over Goddard (Roswell, NM). The Wildcats record now stands at 10-8.