In Thursday's non-league match, the St. Stephens Indians (Hickory, NC) volleyball squad prevailed the visiting Freedom Patriots (Morganton, NC), by a count of 2-0.

Next up, the Indians battle the McDowell Titans (Marion, NC) in a non-league match, on Tuesday, September 16. St. Stephens will attempt to move on its 6-4 season record. The Titans enter the match with a 9-3 record after their 2-0 league win over Alexander Central (Taylorsville, NC).

The Patriots (2-7) will now prepare for their match against Wilkes Central (Wilkesboro, NC). The Eagles enter the non-league match with a 4-9 record. In their last match, Wilkes Central was outscored by Starmount (Boonville, NC), 2-0, in a non-league bout.