Effingham Hearts (Effingham, IL) boosters left the game thrilled Saturday as they saw their volleyball squad nudge the visiting Sullivan Redskins (Sullivan, IL), 2-1 in a non-league test.

With the win, Effingham improves its record to 16-10 on the season. The Hearts host Charleston (Charleston, IL) to encounter the Trojans in a Apollo test on Tuesday, October 14. The Trojans enter the challenge with a record of 3-20. Charleston lost 2-0 in their recent league challenge against Taylorville (Taylorville, IL)

Next, the Redskins meet the Robinson Maroons (Robinson, IL) in a non-league challenge, on Monday, October 13. Sullivan will attempt to upgrade on its 14-12 season record. The Maroons enter the challenge with a 12-11 record after their 2-1 league win over Richland County (Olney, IL).