Pine River-Backus Tigers (Pine River, MN) boosters left the game thrilled Friday as they saw their volleyball squad achieve victory over the host Cherry Tigers (Iron, MN), 2-0 in a non-league test.

With the win, Pine River-Backus improves its record to 3-2 on the season. The Tigers travel to Mabel-Canton (Mabel, MN) to face the Cougars in a non-league test on Friday, August 22. The Cougars go into the test with a record of 0-0.

Next, the Tigers meet the Cook County Vikings (Grand Marais, MN) in a non-league challenge, on Monday, August 25. Cherry will attempt to upgrade on its 2-2 season record. The Vikings come into the challenge with a 2-1 record after their 2-0 non-league win over Hill City (Hill City, MN).