In Thursday's non-league challenge, the host Bradenton Christian Panthers volleyball team scored a close 2-1 victory over the Venice Indians.

The Panthers (5-3) will now prepare for their challenge against Keswick Christian (St. Petersburg, FL). The Crusaders enter the non-league challenge with a 0-2 record. In their last challenge, Keswick Christian was tipped by Tampa Bay HEAT (Brandon, FL), 2-1, in a non-league challenge.

Next, the Indians meet the Tampa Prep Terrapins (Tampa, FL) in a non-league challenge, on Tuesday, September 2. Venice will attempt to upgrade on its 0-4 season record.