Animas Panthers (Animas, NM) boosters left the game thrilled Saturday as they saw their volleyball squad nudge the visiting Carrizozo Grizzlies (Carrizozo, NM), 3-2 in a non-league test.

With the win, Animas upgrades its record to 1-3 on the year. The Panthers host Lordsburg (Lordsburg, NM) to meet the Mavericks in a non-league challenge on Tuesday, September 9. The Mavericks enter the challenge with a record of 3-2. Lordsburg won 3-1 in their recent non-league challenge against Pine Hill (Pine Hill, NM)

Next, the Grizzlies meet the Lake Arthur Panthers (Lake Arthur, NM) in a non-league test, on Tuesday, September 16. Carrizozo will attempt to improve on its 0-5 season record.