The Excel Panthers volleyball team (Excel, AL), was edged 3-2 in Tuesday's non-league challenge with the host W.S. Neal Eagles (East Brewton, AL)

The Eagles (4-3) will now prepare for their challenge against Blacksher (Uriah, AL). The Bulldogs come into the non-league challenge with a 3-2 record. In their last challenge, Blacksher nudged McKenzie (McKenzie, AL), 3-1, in a non-league challenge.

Next, the Panthers encounter the Thomasville Tigers (Thomasville, AL) in a 3A Area 5 challenge, on Thursday, September 8. Excel will attempt to move on its 0-2 season record. The Tigers come into the challenge with a 6-5 record after their 3-0 non-league win over Sweet Water (Sweet Water, AL).