Newman Smith Trojans (Carrollton, TX) backers were in high spirits Tuesday as they witnessed their basketball squad thwart the host Turner Lions (Carrollton, TX), 55-45 in a league bout.

With the win, Newman Smith upgrades its record to 1-4 on the season. The Trojans host Creekview (Carrollton, TX) to clash with the Mustangs in a bout on Friday, January 13. The Mustangs go into the bout with a record of 1-0. Creekview won 56-33 in their recent non-league bout against Denton (Denton, TX)

Next up, the Lions clash with the Lone Star Rangers (Frisco, TX) in a bout, on Friday, January 13. Turner will attempt to upgrade on its 0-1 season record. The Rangers go into the bout with a 11-0 record after their 66-46 league win over The Colony (The Colony, TX).