The Independence Patriots (Charlotte, NC) soccer the visiting West Stanly Colts (Oakboro, NC), 5-2 in Thursday's non-league bout.

With the victory, Independence moves its record to 2-1 on the year. The Patriots host Richmond (Rockingham, NC) to battle the Raiders in a non-league bout on Friday, March 8. The Raiders enter the bout with a record of 2-0. Richmond 0-0 in their recent non-league bout against Terry Sanford (Fayetteville, NC)

In their next game, the Colts battle the North Stanly Comets (New London, NC) in a non-league bout, on Monday, March 11. West Stanly will attempt to move on its 0-2 season record. The Comets enter the bout with a 0-4 record after their 3-2 non-league loss to Anson (Wadesboro, NC).