Smoky Mountain Mustangs (Sylva, NC) boosters left the game thrilled Monday as they saw their volleyball squad nudge the visiting Swain County Maroon Devils (Bryson City, NC), 3-2 in a non-league test.

With the win, Smoky Mountain improves its record to 7-6 on the season. The Mustangs host Pisgah (Canton, NC) to face the Bears in a Mountain Eight 4A/5A challenge on Tuesday, September 16. The Bears come into the challenge with a record of 9-4. Pisgah won 3-1 in their recent non-league challenge against Erwin (Asheville, NC)

Next, the Maroon Devils meet the Highlands Highlanders (Highlands, NC) in a non-league challenge, on Tuesday, September 16. Swain County will attempt to upgrade on its 6-6 season record. The Highlanders come into the challenge with a 3-9 record after their 3-2 non-league win over Summit Charter (Cashiers, NC).