The Pinecrest volleyball team improved to 15-1 overall and 4-1 in the Southeastern Conference with a 25-17, 25-11 and 25-16 home victory over Hoke County on Thursday.

Felicia Painter had 10 kills and 14 service points for the Patriots. Mary Grace Phipps added nine kills and 10 service points. Olivia McKinney contributed seven kills and seven service points, and Keegan Lynch was credited with 13 digs.

Next for the Patriots is a home non-league match against Middle Creek on Monday.