New Lexington Panthers (New Lexington, OH) backers were pleased Friday as they saw their basketball squad hold off the visiting Morgan Raiders (McConnelsville, OH), 35-29 in a non-league bout.

With the victory, New Lexington upgrades its record to 2-8 on the campaign. The Panthers host Sheridan (Thornville, OH) to play the Generals in a non-league bout on Tuesday, January 9. The Generals come into the bout with a record of 0-1.

Next up, the Raiders play the Crooksville Ceramics (Crooksville, OH) in a non-league bout, on Tuesday, January 9. Morgan will attempt to upgrade on its 0-2 season record.