James F. Byrnes Rebels (Duncan, SC) backers were pleased Thursday as they saw their basketball squad hold off the visiting J.L. Mann Patriots (Greenville, SC), 30-26 in a non-league bout.

With the victory, James F. Byrnes upgrades its record to 2-1 on the campaign. The Rebels host Dorman (Roebuck, SC) to play the Cavaliers in a bout on Thursday, February 2. The Cavaliers come into the bout with a record of 5-1.

Next up, the Patriots play the Hillcrest Rams (Simpsonville, SC) in a bout, on Monday, January 23. J.L. Mann will attempt to upgrade on its 7-6 season record. The Rams come into the bout with a 1-4 record after their 27-17 league loss to Mauldin (Mauldin, SC).