In Saturday's non-league challenge, the visiting Minnetonka Skippers volleyball team scored a close 2-1 triumph over the Stillwater Ponies.

The Skippers (10-12) will now prepare for their challenge against Willmar (Willmar, MN). The Cardinals come into the non-league challenge with a 12-4 record. In their last challenge, Willmar edged Sauk Rapids-Rice (Sauk Rapids, MN), 3-1, in a league challenge.

Next, the Ponies meet the Monticello Magic (Monticello, MN) in a non-league challenge, on Saturday, October 5. Stillwater will attempt to upgrade on its 8-14 season record. The Magic come into the challenge with a 11-9 record after their 3-2 league win over North Branch (North Branch, MN).