Northside - Jacksonville Monarchs (Jacksonville, NC) boosters left the game thrilled Thursday as they saw their volleyball squad nudge the host Dixon Bulldogs (Holly Ridge, NC), 2-1 in a non-league test.

With the win, Northside - Jacksonville improves its record to 6-11 on the season. The Monarchs travel to Swansboro (Swansboro, NC) to meet the Pirates in a challenge on Tuesday, October 7. The Pirates come into the challenge with a record of 16-2. Swansboro won 2-0 in their recent league challenge against Havelock (Havelock, NC)

Next, the Bulldogs meet the Richlands Wildcats (Richlands, NC) in a non-league challenge, on Tuesday, October 7. Dixon will attempt to upgrade on its 2-12 season record.