Nederland Bulldogs (Nederland, TX) supporters left the game in high spirits Thursday as they observed their volleyball squad hold off the host High Island Cardinals (High Island, TX), 2-1 in a non-league match.

Next up, the Bulldogs battle the Sterling Rangers (Baytown, TX) in a 5A Region III District 17 match, on Friday, September 8. Nederland will attempt to advance on its 20-11 season record. The Rangers come into the match with a 10-11 record after their 3-1 non-league win over Pasadena (Pasadena, TX).

With the loss, High Island drops to 8-9 on the campaign. The Cardinals host Spurger (Spurger, TX) to battle the Pirates in a 1A Region IV District 26 match on Friday, September 22. The Pirates come into the match with a record of 0-5.