In Monday's non-league match, the Dakota Cougars (Macomb, MI) soccer team nudged the host Utica Chieftains (Utica, MI), by a final score of 2-1.

With the triumph, Dakota moves its record to 6-3 on the campaign. The Cougars host Romeo (Romeo, MI) to meet the Bulldogs in a Macomb Area - White match on Wednesday, September 17. The Bulldogs come into the match with a record of 5-1. Romeo won 6-1 in their recent league battle against Grosse Pointe South (Grosse Pointe, MI)

Next up, the Chieftains battle the Utica Eisenhower Eagles (Shelby Township, MI) in a Macomb Area - Red battle, on Wednesday, September 17. Utica will attempt to upgrade on its 7-5 season record. The Eagles enter the battle with a 7-4 record after their 4-0 non-league win over Anchor Bay (Fair Haven, MI).