The Payson Lions volleyball squad (Payson, UT), was defeated 3-0 in Thursday's league battle with the visiting Pleasant Grove Vikings (Pleasant Grove, UT)

With the win, Pleasant Grove improves its record to 8-8 on the season. The Vikings host Timpview (Provo, UT) to meet the Thunderbirds in a 5A Region 7 challenge on Tuesday, September 16. The Thunderbirds enter the challenge with a record of 9-6. Timpview lost 3-1 in their recent league challenge against Maple Mountain (Spanish Fork, UT)

Next, the Lions meet the Maple Mountain Golden Eagles (Spanish Fork, UT) in a 5A Region 7 challenge, on Tuesday, September 16. Payson will attempt to upgrade on its 8-8 season record. The Golden Eagles enter the challenge with a 12-5 record after their 3-1 league win over Timpview (Provo, UT).