Madison Patriots (Marshall, NC) supporters were pleased Thursday as they observed their soccer team knock off the visiting North Buncombe Black Hawks (Weaverville, NC), 4-1 in a non-league challenge.

Next, the Patriots confront the Draughn Wildcats (Valdese, NC) in a Western Highlands 1A/2A challenge, on Monday, April 4. Madison will attempt to move on its 6-2 season record. The Wildcats enter the challenge with a 1-3 record after their 3-0 league win over Mitchell (Bakersville, NC).

The Black Hawks now possess a 3-6 record. They take the field next when they host Enka for a The Mountain 3A/4A challenge on Monday, April 4.