Grace Christian Patriots (Valrico, FL) backers were in high spirits Tuesday as they witnessed their basketball squad bounce the visiting Palm Grove Christian Gators (Sarasota, FL), 78-26 in a league bout.

With the win, Grace Christian upgrades its record to 7-3 on the season. The Patriots travel to Heritage Christian School (Kissimmee, FL) to clash with the Eagles in a non-league bout on Thursday, January 11. The Eagles go into the bout with a record of 11-4. Heritage Christian School lost 86-56 in their recent non-league bout against North Kissimmee Christian (Kissimmee, FL)

Next up, the Gators clash with the Community Christian Crusaders (Bradenton, FL) in a Florida Christian - Western bout, on Friday, January 12. Palm Grove Christian will attempt to upgrade on its 0-5 season record. The Crusaders go into the bout with a 11-3 record after their 68-37 league loss to Ruskin Christian (Ruskin, FL).