Fans at Friday's non-league contest between the Mercy Bears (Burlingame, CA) and the host Hollister Haybalers (Hollister, CA), observed Mercy's volleyball team top Hollister by a count of 3-1.

The Bears (10-13) will now prepare for their battle against Harbor (Santa Cruz, CA). The Pirates go into the non-league battle with a 15-9 record. In their last battle, Harbor achieved victory over San Lorenzo Valley (Felton, CA), 3-0, in a league battle.

Next, the Haybalers battle the Pacific Grove Breakers (Pacific Grove, CA) in a Pacific Coast - Gabilan contest, on Thursday, October 23. Hollister will attempt to move on its 11-10 season record. The Breakers enter the contest with a 21-6 record after their 3-0 league win over Monte Vista Christian (Watsonville, CA).