Belton Pirates (Belton, MO) boosters left the game thrilled Saturday as they saw their volleyball squad achieve victory over the host Joplin Eagles (Joplin, MO), 2-0 in a non-league test.

With the win, Belton improves its record to 16-3 on the season. The Pirates travel to Claremore (Claremore, OK) to encounter the Zebras in a non-league test on Saturday, September 27. The Zebras go into the test with a record of 24-5. Claremore won 3-1 in their recent non-league test against Rejoice Christian (Owasso, OK)

Next, the Eagles meet the Rogers Heritage War Eagles (Rogers, AR) in a non-league challenge, on Saturday, September 27. Joplin will attempt to upgrade on its 1-15 season record. The War Eagles enter the challenge with a 4-13 record after their 3-0 league loss to Har-Ber (Springdale, AR).