In Thursday's non-league challenge, the host Sulphur Bluff Bears volleyball team scored a close 2-1 triumph over the Mount Vernon Tigers.

The Bears (1-2) will now prepare for their challenge against North Lamar (Paris, TX). The Panthers come into the non-league challenge with a 1-0 record. In their last challenge, North Lamar edged Sherman (Sherman, TX), 3-0, in a non-league challenge.

Next, the Tigers meet the Paris Wildcats (Paris, TX) in a non-league challenge, on Thursday, August 15. Mount Vernon will attempt to upgrade on its 0-1 season record. The Wildcats come into the challenge with a 1-0 record after their 3-0 non-league win over Denison (Denison, TX).