In Thursday's league challenge, the host Valley Christian Warriors volleyball team scored a close 3-2 triumph over the Saint Francis Lancers.

The Warriors (13-3) will now prepare for their challenge against Presentation (San Jose, CA). The Panthers come into the West Catholic challenge with a 6-16 record. In their last challenge, Presentation was nudged by San Marin (Novato, CA), 2-1, in a non-league challenge.

Next, the Lancers play the Archbishop Riordan Crusaders (San Francisco, CA) in a West Catholic outing, on Tuesday, October 7. Saint Francis will attempt to upgrade on its 14-8 season record. The Crusaders come into the outing with a 8-6 record after their 3-0 league win over Presentation (San Jose, CA).