Alameda Hornets (Alameda, CA) backers were pleased Saturday as they witnessed their volleyball team tip the host Maria Carrillo Pumas (Santa Rosa, CA), 2-1 in a non-league challenge.

The Hornets (6-6) will now prepare for their challenge against Novato (Novato, CA). The Hornets come into the non-league challenge with a 5-2 record. In their last challenge, Novato was nudged by Rancho Cotate (Rohnert Park, CA), 3-1, in a non-league challenge.

Next, the Pumas meet the Novato Hornets (Novato, CA) in a non-league challenge, on Saturday, September 13. Maria Carrillo will attempt to upgrade on its 7-8 season record. The Hornets come into the challenge with a 5-2 record after their 3-1 non-league loss to Rancho Cotate (Rohnert Park, CA).