The Annandale Atoms volleyball team (Annandale, VA), was nudged 3-2 in Thursday's league challenge with the host Lewis Lancers (Springfield, VA)

The Lancers (6-7) will now prepare for their challenge against Justice (Falls Church, VA). The Wolves enter the National challenge with a 6-5 record.

Next, the Atoms meet the Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology Colonials (Alexandria, VA) in a National challenge, on Wednesday, October 11. Annandale will attempt to move on its 1-10 season record. The Colonials enter the challenge with a 11-2 record after their 3-0 league win over Justice (Falls Church, VA).