Jacobs Golden Eagles (Algonquin, IL) boosters left the game thrilled Saturday as they saw their volleyball squad nudge the host Vernon Hills Cougars (Vernon Hills, IL), 2-1 in a non-league test.

With the win, Jacobs improves its record to 14-15 on the season. The Golden Eagles travel to St. Charles East (St. Charles, IL) to encounter the Fighting Saints in a non-league test on Saturday, October 4. The Fighting Saints go into the challenge with a record of 5-9. St. Charles East lost 2-1 in their recent non-league challenge against Waubonsie Valley (Aurora, IL)

Next, the Cougars meet the DeKalb Barbs (DeKalb, IL) in a non-league challenge, on Saturday, October 4. Vernon Hills will attempt to upgrade on its 13-10 season record. The Barbs enter the challenge with a 9-10 record after their 2-0 league loss to Neuqua Valley (Naperville, IL).