Althoff Catholic Crusaders (Belleville, IL) boosters left the game satisfied Thursday as they saw their volleyball squad edge the host Columbia Eagles (Columbia, IL), 2-1 in a non-league test.

With the win, Althoff Catholic upgrades its record to 3-0 on the campaign. The Crusaders travel to Collinsville (Collinsville, IL) to meet the Kahoks in a non-league challenge on Tuesday, September 2. The Kahoks come into the challenge with a record of 0-0.

Next, the Eagles meet the East Alton-Wood River Oilers (Wood River, IL) in a non-league challenge, on Thursday, October 2. Columbia will attempt to upgrade on its 0-1 season record.