In Thursday's non-league challenge, the host Pennfield Panthers volleyball team scored a close 2-1 triumph over the Sturgis Trojans.

The Panthers (28-16) will now prepare for their challenge against Harper Creek (Battle Creek, MI). The Beavers come into the Inner State challenge with a 32-22 record. In their last challenge, Harper Creek was nudged by Mattawan (Mattawan, MI), 2-0, in a non-league challenge.

Next up, the Trojans face the Lakeview Spartans (Battle Creek, MI) in a non-league game, on Wednesday, November 5. Sturgis will attempt to advance on its 8-23 season record. The Spartans go into the game with a 37-8 record after their 3-1 non-league win over Marshall (Marshall, MI).