In Tuesday's non-league challenge, the host Alburnett Pirates volleyball team scored a close 2-1 triumph over the Cascade Cougars.

The Pirates (2-5) will now prepare for their challenge against Hudson (Hudson, IA). The Pirates come into the non-league challenge with a 6-4 record. In their last challenge, Hudson nudged Kee (Lansing, IA), 2-0, in a non-league game.

The Cougars (3-3) will now prepare for their game against North Linn (Troy Mills, IA). The Lynx go into the non-league game with a 2-2 record. In their last game, North Linn nudged Postville (Postville, IA), 2-1, in a non-league game.