Illini Central Cougars (Mason City, IL) supporters left the game in high spirits Thursday as they observed their volleyball squad hold off the host Havana Ducks (Havana, IL), 2-1 in a non-league match.

Next up, the Cougars clash with the Midwest Central Raiders (Manito, IL) in a Tomahawk match, on Thursday, September 7. Illini Central will attempt to advance on its 1-2 season record.

With the loss, Havana drops to 1-7 on the campaign. The Ducks travel to Rushville-Industry (Rushville, IL) to clash with the Rockets in a non-league match on Tuesday, September 5. The Rockets come into the match with a record of 1-0. Rushville-Industry won 2-1 in their recent non-league match against Biggsville West Central (Biggsville, IL)