Melbourne Bulldogs (Melbourne, FL) backers were in high spirits Thursday as they witnessed their basketball squad tip the visiting The First Academy Royals (Orlando, FL), 51-49 in a non-league bout.

With the win, Melbourne upgrades its record to 6-1 on the season. The Bulldogs host Eau Gallie (Melbourne, FL) to clash with the Commodores in a non-league bout on Friday, January 13. The Commodores go into the bout with a record of 4-7.

Next up, the Royals clash with the Lake Highland Prep Highlanders (Orlando, FL) in a non-league bout, on Friday, January 13. The First Academy will attempt to upgrade on its 8-1 season record. The Highlanders go into the bout with a 6-3 record after their 61-55 non-league loss to West Orange (Winter Garden, FL).