MINOT - TMCHS (Belcourt) defeated Bottineau 3-1 in a non-conference volleyball match, improving their record to 8-12, while Bottineau fell to 1-2 overall.

Irelei Zerr led TMCHS with 11 kills, supported by Harley Bercier's 8 kills and Maddison Patneaud's 7. Akealyes Azure orchestrated the offense with 23 assists and contributed defensively with 22 digs.

Patneaud was also pivotal defensively, adding 21 digs and 3 blocks. Winter Day made a significant impact from the service line with 5 aces, helping TMCHS secure the victory.

With this win, TMCHS advances to the region semifinals and will face Des Lacs-Burlington (3-0 overall) on November 11. Bottineau's next game is yet to be scheduled.