Newton-Conover Red Devils (Newton, NC) boosters exited the stadium thrilled Wednesday as they witnessed their soccer team triumph over the visiting Alexander Central Cougars (Taylorsville, NC), 9-0 in a non-league test.

With the triumph, Newton-Conover moves its record to 1-0 on the campaign. The Red Devils host St. Stephens (Hickory, NC) to confront the Indians in a non-league outing on Friday, August 15. The Indians go into the outing with a record of 0-1. St. Stephens lost 2-0 in their recent non-league outing against Pine Lake Prep (Mooresville, NC)

Next up, the Cougars confront the Statesville Greyhounds (Statesville, NC) in a non-league outing, on Monday, August 18. Alexander Central will attempt to improve on its 0-1 season record.