Grace Christian Crusaders (Sanford, NC) supporters left the game happy Saturday as they witnessed their basketball squad hold off the host Wayne Preparatory Academy Generals (Goldsboro, NC), 77-71 in a non-league match.

With the victory, Grace Christian advances its record to 9-5 on the year. The Crusaders host Wesleyan Christian Academy (High Point, NC) to meet the Trojans in a non-league match on Tuesday, January 7. The Trojans enter the match with a record of 10-6. Wesleyan Christian Academy won 57-41 in their recent non-league match against High Point Christian Academy (High Point, NC)

The Generals now own a 11-7 record. They put it on the line next when they host Oak City Prep for a non-league match on Monday, January 6. Wayne Preparatory Academy will meet a Bears squad coming off a 109-45 non-league loss to Freedom Christian Academy (Fayetteville, NC). The Bears record now stands at 3-8.