The Linden-McKinley Panthers volleyball team (Columbus, OH), was edged 3-2 in Thursday's league challenge with the visiting Northland Vikings (Columbus, OH)

The Vikings (10-7) will now prepare for their challenge against Whetstone (Columbus, OH). The Braves come into the Columbus City - North challenge with a 11-3 record. In their last challenge, Whetstone nudged Columbus International (Columbus, OH), 3-0, in a non-league challenge.

Next, the Panthers encounter the Horizon Science Academy Dragons (Cleveland, OH) in a non-league challenge, on Monday, October 2. Linden-McKinley will attempt to move on its 0-7 season record. The Dragons come into the challenge with a 0-4 record after their 3-0 league loss to Open Door Christian (Elyria, OH).