In Thursday's league challenge, the host ACERO Garcia Patriots volleyball team scored a close 2-1 triumph over the Tilden Blue Devils.

The Patriots (4-7) will now prepare for their challenge against Juarez (Chicago, IL). The Eagles come into the Chicago Public Green - South challenge with a 6-8 record. In their last challenge, Juarez edged Hyde Park (Chicago, IL), 2-0, in a league challenge.

Next, the Blue Devils meet the Back of the Yards College Prep Bobcats (Chicago, IL) in a Chicago Public Green - South challenge, on Tuesday, April 29. Tilden will attempt to upgrade on its 5-4 season record. The Bobcats come into the challenge with a 7-3 record after their 2-0 non-league loss to Lindblom (Chicago, IL).