Alton Redbirds (Alton, IL) supporters were pleased Monday as they observed their soccer team hold off the host Highland Bulldogs (Highland, IL), 4-3 in a non-league challenge.

Next, the Redbirds confront the Granite City Warriors (Granite City, IL) in a non-league challenge, on Tuesday, October 10. Alton will attempt to move on its 4-12 season record. The Warriors enter the challenge with a 2-7 record after their 1-0 non-league win over Gibault Catholic (Waterloo, IL).

The Bulldogs now possess a 10-9 record. They take the field next when they travel to Jersey for a Mississippi Valley challenge on Tuesday, October 10. Highland will confront a Panthers team coming off a 3-2 league loss to Civic Memorial (Bethalto, IL). The Panthers record now stands at 2-13.