Franklin Panthers (Franklin, NC) supporters left the game satisfied Thursday as they witnessed their basketball squad triumph over the host Hayesville Yellowjackets (Hayesville, NC), 54-23 in a non-league match.

With the victory, Franklin advances its record to 10-2 on the year. The Panthers host East Henderson (East Flat Rock, NC) to face the Eagles in a non-league match on Tuesday, January 21. The Eagles enter the match with a record of 6-9. East Henderson lost 46-39 in their recent non-league match against Smoky Mountain (Sylva, NC)

The Yellowjackets now own a 1-1 record. They play next when they host Andrews for a non-league contest on Tuesday, January 21.