The Jefferson Democrats volleyball team (Los Angeles, CA), was nudged 3-2 in Monday's non-league challenge with the visiting Middle College Cougars (Los Angeles, CA)

The Cougars (1-0) will now prepare for their challenge against Math & Science College Preparatory (Los Angeles, CA). The Sharks enter the non-league challenge with a 3-0 record.

Next, the Democrats meet the Dr. Maya Angelou Community Phoenix (Los Angeles, CA) in a Exposition challenge, on Friday, March 1. Jefferson will attempt to move on its 0-3 season record. The Phoenix enter the challenge with a 1-1 record after their 3-1 league win over West Adams (Los Angeles, CA).