The Bishop Stang Spartans volleyball team (North Dartmouth, MA), was nudged 3-2 in Wednesday's non-league challenge with the host New Bedford Whalers (New Bedford, MA)

The Whalers (1-1) will now prepare for their challenge against Middleborough (Middleborough, MA). The Sachems enter the non-league challenge with a 0-2 record.

Next, the Spartans encounter the Arlington Catholic Cougars (Arlington, MA) in a Catholic Central - Large challenge, on Tuesday, September 13. Bishop Stang will attempt to move on its 0-1 season record. The Cougars enter the challenge with a 1-0 record after their 3-0 non-league win over Wilmington (Wilmington, MA).