Fans at Thursday's league contest between the Martin County West Mavericks (Sherburn, MN) and the host Nicollet Raiders (Nicollet, MN), observed Martin County West's volleyball team top Nicollet by a count of 3-1.

The Mavericks (14-4) will now prepare for their contest against Madelia (Madelia, MN). The Blackhawks enter the Valley contest with a 4-6 record.

Next, the Raiders battle the Loyola Crusaders (Mankato, MN) in a Valley contest, on Saturday, September 28. Nicollet will attempt to move on its 1-8 season record. The Crusaders enter the contest with a 3-17 record after their 3-1 non-league loss to Granada-Huntley-East Chain/Martin Luther/Truman (Granada, MN).