Philomath Warriors (Philomath, OR) boosters left the game thrilled Saturday as they saw their volleyball squad nudge the host Junction City Tigers (Junction City, OR), 2-1 in a non-league test.

With the win, Philomath improves its record to 8-3 on the season. The Warriors travel to Cascade (Turner, OR) to face the Cougars in a 4A Oregon West test on Tuesday, September 30. The Cougars go into the challenge with a record of 8-4.

Next, the Tigers meet the Cottage Grove Lions (Cottage Grove, OR) in a 4A Sky Em challenge, on Tuesday, September 30. Junction City will attempt to upgrade on its 9-6 season record. The Lions come into the challenge with a 7-4 record after their 2-1 non-league loss to Cascade Christian (Medford, OR).