In Thursday's league challenge, the host Hayfield Vikings volleyball team scored a close 3-2 triumph over the Medford Tigers.

The Vikings (1-2) will now prepare for their challenge against Medford (Medford, MN). The Tigers come into the Gopher challenge with a 3-0 record. In their last challenge, Medford edged Plainview-Elgin-Millville (Elgin, MN), 3-1, in a non-league challenge.

Next, the Tigers meet the Hayfield Vikings (Hayfield, MN) in a Gopher challenge, on Thursday, September 5. Medford will attempt to upgrade on its 3-1 season record.