Alexander Central Cougars (Taylorsville, NC) supporters left the game in high spirits Wednesday as they observed their volleyball squad hold off the host Hickory Red Tornadoes (Hickory, NC), 2-1 in a non-league match.

Next up, the Cougars clash with the Maiden Blue Devils (Maiden, NC) in a non-league match, on Thursday, August 18. Alexander Central will attempt to advance on its 1-0 season record. The Blue Devils come into the match with a 1-1 record after their 2-0 non-league win over St. Stephens (Hickory, NC).

With the loss, Hickory drops to 0-3 on the campaign. The Red tornadoes host Crest (Shelby, NC) to clash with the Chargers in a non-league match on Monday, August 22. The Chargers come into the match with a record of 0-0.