Franklin Bulldogs (Rochester, NY) backers were pleased Thursday as they saw their basketball squad hold off the host Northstar Christian Academy Knights (Rochester, NY), 47-45 in a non-league bout.

With the victory, Franklin upgrades its record to 3-5 on the campaign. The Bulldogs host Geneva (Geneva, NY) to play the Panthers in a non-league bout on Friday, January 12. The Panthers come into the bout with a record of 5-4. Geneva lost 43-21 in their recent non-league bout against Midlakes (Clifton Springs, NY)

Next up, the Knights play the School of the Arts Silverhawks (Rochester, NY) in a non-league bout, on Tuesday, January 16. Northstar Christian Academy will attempt to upgrade on its 2-4 season record. The Silverhawks come into the bout with a 0-6 record after their 51-20 non-league loss to Wayne (Ontario Center, NY).