McDowell Trojans (Erie, PA) backers were in high spirits Friday as they witnessed their basketball squad tip the host Meadville Bulldogs (Meadville, PA), 75-70 in a league bout.

With the win, McDowell upgrades its record to 10-1 on the season. The Trojans host Cathedral Prep (Erie, PA) to clash with the Ramblers in a District 10 Region 7 bout on Tuesday, January 23. The Ramblers go into the bout with a record of 7-8. Cathedral Prep won 73-52 in their recent league bout against Harbor Creek (Harborcreek, PA)

Next up, the Bulldogs clash with the Erie Royals (Erie, PA) in a District 10 Region 7 bout, on Tuesday, January 23. Meadville will attempt to upgrade on its 6-8 season record. The Royals go into the bout with a 9-4 record after their 66-42 league win over Fort LeBoeuf (Waterford, PA).