Pioneer Mustangs (San Jose, CA) fans were thrilled Wednesday as they observed their soccer team hold off the visiting Piedmont Hills Pirates (San Jose, CA), 1-0 in a league challenge.

Next, the Mustangs confront the Branham Bruins (San Jose, CA) in a BVAL - Mt. Hamilton challenge, on Friday, February 9. Pioneer will attempt to better on its 12-5 season record. The Bruins enter the challenge with a 8-9 record after their 4-1 league win over Ann Sobrato (Morgan Hill, CA).

The Pirates now have a 11-6 record. They take the field next when they travel to Leland for a BVAL - Mt. Hamilton challenge on Wednesday, February 14.