Franklin Panthers (Franklin, NC) backers were pleased Tuesday as they saw their basketball squad knock off the host West Henderson Falcons (Hendersonville, NC), 42-26 in a non-league bout.

With the victory, Franklin upgrades its record to 7-2 on the campaign. The Panthers travel to East Henderson (East Flat Rock, NC) to play the Eagles in a non-league bout on Tuesday, January 23. The Eagles come into the bout with a record of 4-4.

Next up, the Falcons play the North Henderson Knights (Hendersonville, NC) in a non-league bout, on Tuesday, January 23. West Henderson will attempt to upgrade on its 8-3 season record.