In Thursday's non-league battle, the visiting Gaston Bulldogs volleyball team scored a tight 2-1 triumph over the Saks Wildcats.

The Bulldogs (2-4) will now prepare for their battle against Hokes Bluff (Hokes Bluff, AL). The Eagles come into the non-league battle with a 0-4 record. In their last battle, Hokes Bluff was edged by Arab (Arab, AL), 2-0, in a non-league battle.

Next, the Wildcats encounter the Randolph County Tigers (Wedowee, AL) in a 3A Area 8 battle, on Thursday, September 14. Saks will attempt to advance on its 4-1 season record. The Tigers come into the battle with a 2-7 record after their 3-0 league loss to Wellborn (Anniston, AL).