Neuse Charter Cougars (Smithfield, NC) boosters exited the stadium pleased Thursday as they witnessed their soccer team knock off the host American Leadership Academy-Johnston Patriots (Clayton, NC), 2-0 in a non-league test.

With the triumph, Neuse Charter moves its record to 1-3 on the campaign. The Cougars host NCSSM: Durham (Durham, NC) to clash with the Unicorns in a Diamond Nine 1A/2A/3A test on Monday, August 25. The Unicorns come into the test with a record of 3-0. NCSSM: Durham won 2-0 in their recent non-league outing against Spring Creek (Seven Springs, NC)

Next up, the Patriots confront the East Wake Academy Eagles (Zebulon, NC) in a non-league test, on Friday, August 22. American Leadership Academy-Johnston will attempt to advance on its 0-5 season record. The Eagles come into the test with a 1-0 record after their 5-0 non-league win over American Leadership Academy-Johnston (Clayton, NC).