Lutheran Northwest Crusaders (Rochester Hills, MI) boosters left the game thrilled Saturday as they saw their volleyball squad nudge the host Chippewa Valley Big Reds (Clinton Township, MI), 1-0 in a non-league test.

With the win, Lutheran Northwest improves its record to 5-10 on the season. The Crusaders travel to Charyl Stockwell Preparatory Academy (Brighton, MI) to face the Sentinels in a Michigan Independent - Blue challenge on Tuesday, October 7. The Sentinels come into the challenge with a record of 9-5. Charyl Stockwell Preparatory Academy lost 3-0 in their recent non-league challenge against Byron (Byron, MI)

Next, the Big Reds meet the Lakeview Huskies (St. Clair Shores, MI) in a Macomb Area - Blue challenge, on Tuesday, October 7. Chippewa Valley will attempt to upgrade on its 11-10 season record. The Huskies come into the challenge with a 8-12 record after their 3-0 league win over St. Clair (St. Clair, MI).