The Elkins Elks volleyball squad (Elkins, AR), was edged 3-2 in Thursday's league battle with the visiting Providence Academy Patriots (Rogers, AR)

With the win, Providence Academy improves its record to 11-6 on the season. The Patriots host Charleston (Charleston, AR) to encounter the Tigers in a 3A 1 contest on Tuesday, September 30. The Tigers enter the contest with a record of 8-9. Charleston lost 2-0 in their recent non-league contest against Northside (Fort Smith, AR)

Next, the Elks battle the Hillcrest Panthers (Dallas, TX) in a non-league contest, on Saturday, September 27. Elkins will attempt to upgrade on its 4-8 season record. The Panthers enter the contest with a 12-10 record after their 3-0 league win over South Oak Cliff (Dallas, TX).