The West Wilkes Blackhawks volleyball team (Millers Creek, NC), went down 3-1 in Thursday's league challenge with the host Wilkes Central Eagles (Wilkesboro, NC)

The Eagles (6-15) will now prepare for their challenge against East Wilkes (Ronda, NC). The Cardinals come into the non-league challenge with a 3-15 record.

Next up, the Blackhawks clash with the East Surry Cardinals (Pilot Mountain, NC) in a Foothills 2A match, on Tuesday, October 10. West Wilkes will attempt to advance on its 5-12 season record. The Cardinals come into the match with a 18-2 record after their 3-0 league win over Forbush (East Bend, NC).