In Thursday's non-league match, the Hickory Red Tornadoes (Hickory, NC) volleyball squad overcame the host Newton-Conover Red Devils (Newton, NC), by a count of 2-0.

With the win, Hickory improves its record to 2-1 on the season. The Red Tornadoes host Foard (Newton, NC) to encounter the Tigers in a non-league battle on Tuesday, August 19. The Tigers go into the battle with a record of 3-0. Foard won 2-0 in their recent non-league contest against Draughn (Valdese, NC)

Next, the Red Devils battle the Alexander Central Cougars (Taylorsville, NC) in a non-league contest, on Wednesday, August 20. Newton-Conover will attempt to move on its 0-3 season record. The Cougars enter the contest with a 1-2 record after their 2-1 non-league win over North Wilkes (Hays, NC).