LUMBERTON — The Lumberton Lady Raiders have experienced a mixed start to September, splitting four matches since closing August with a five-set victory over Woodville. Lumberton defeated Woodville 3-2 on Aug. 28, giving the Lady Raiders momentum heading into a September schedule that included the beginning of district competition. The Lady Raiders opened the month on the road against Orangefield on Sept. 4. Lumberton was unable to extend its winning streak as the Lady Bobcats earned a 3-0 victory. Lumberton returned home Sept. 8 to face Little Cypress-Mauriceville in a five-set district battle. The Lady Raiders pushed the match to its limit but fell 3-2. Despite the loss, Lumberton demonstrated its ability to remain competitive through a long match against a district opponent. The Lady Raiders responded three days later with one of their strongest performances of the month. Lumberton traveled to Jasper on Sept. 11 and swept the Lady Bulldogs 3-0, earning its first district victory. The road win provided an important boost before Lumberton entered the heart of its district schedule. After playing two five-set matches in a span of four contests, the sweep also allowed the Lady Raiders to close the match quickly and avoid another extended night. Lumberton will return to the road Tuesday, Sept. 15, for a rivalry match against Silsbee. The match is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. The Lady Raiders will then have a week before hosting West Orange-Stark at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 22. Two road matches will close Lumberton’s September schedule. The Lady Raiders will visit Bridge City at 4:30 p.m. Sept. 25 before traveling to Vidor for a 6:30 p.m. match Sept. 29. With four district contests remaining during the month, Lumberton will have several opportunities to build on its sweep of Jasper and improve its position in the standings. The Lady Raiders have already shown their ability to win both lengthy five-set matches and decisive three-set contests. Consistency will be the key as they continue through a demanding stretch featuring three road matches and only one appearance on their home court.