Clinton Dark Horses (Clinton, NC) boosters left the game thrilled Tuesday as they saw their volleyball squad achieve victory over the visiting East Duplin Panthers (Beulaville, NC), 2-0 in a non-league test.

With the win, Clinton improves its record to 12-4 on the season. The Dark Horses host Heide Trask (Rocky Point, NC) to meet the Titans in a non-league challenge on Thursday, October 9. The Titans enter the challenge with a record of 11-7. Heide Trask won 2-0 in their recent league challenge against Southwest Onslow (Jacksonville, NC)

Next, the Panthers meet the Pender Patriots (Burgaw, NC) in a challenge, on Thursday, October 9. East Duplin will attempt to upgrade on its 18-3 season record. The Patriots enter the challenge with a 12-8 record after their 2-0 league loss to South Lenoir (Deep Run, NC).