In Thursday's league challenge, the visiting Gainesville Cardinals volleyball team scored a close 3-2 triumph over the Independence .

The Cardinals (4-0) will now prepare for their challenge against Broad Run (Ashburn, VA). The Spartans come into the non-league challenge with a 0-2 record. In their last challenge, Broad Run was nudged by Briar Woods (Ashburn, VA), 3-1, in a non-league challenge.

Next, the play the St. John's Cadets (Washington, DC) in a non-league challenge, on Saturday, September 6. Independence will attempt to advance on its 0-3 season record. The Cadets go into the test with a 1-1 record after their 3-1 non-league loss to Flint Hill (Oakton, VA).