In Saturday's non-league challenge, the host South Eugene Axe volleyball team scored a close 2-1 triumph over the West Salem Titans.

The Axe (4-0) will now prepare for their challenge against Bend (Bend, OR). The Lava Bears come into the non-league challenge with a 1-2 record.

Next, the Titans play the Lincoln Cardinals (Portland, OR) in a non-league game, on Tuesday, September 9. West Salem will attempt to advance on its 5-4 season record. The Cardinals go into the game with a 5-2 record after their 2-1 non-league win over West Albany (Albany, OR).