Dedham Marauders (Dedham, MA) backers were pleased Friday as they saw their basketball squad hold off the host Bellingham Blackhawks (Bellingham, MA), 34-33 in a non-league bout.

With the victory, Dedham upgrades its record to 2-1 on the campaign. The Marauders travel to Holliston (Holliston, MA) to confront the Panthers in a non-league battle on Tuesday, January 9. The Panthers come into the battle with a record of 0-0.

The Blackhawks (3-3) will now prepare for their battle against Ashland (Ashland, MA). The Clockers come into the non-league battle with a 1-0 record.