Fans at Thursday's non-league contest between the West End Patriots (Walnut Grove, AL) and the host Gaston Bulldogs (Gadsden, AL), observed West End's volleyball team hold off Gaston by a tally of 2-1.

The Patriots (12-12) will now prepare for their contest against Southeastern (Remlap, AL). The Mustangs enter the non-league contest with a 14-2 record. In their last match, Southeastern held off Susan Moore (Blountsville, AL), 3-0, in a league match.

The Bulldogs (2-6) will now prepare for their match against Pleasant Valley (Jacksonville, AL). The Raiders enter the 2A Area 13 match with a 7-13 record. In their last match, Pleasant Valley was tipped by Ohatchee (Ohatchee, AL), 2-0, in a non-league match.