Century Patriots (Bismarck, ND) backers were in high spirits Tuesday as they witnessed their basketball squad tip the host Mandan Braves (Mandan, ND), 48-43 in a league bout.

With the win, Century upgrades its record to 8-1 on the season. The Patriots host Minot (Minot, ND) to clash with the Magicians in a AA West bout on Friday, January 12. The Magicians go into the bout with a record of 9-3. Minot won 119-40 in their recent league bout against Dickinson (Dickinson, ND)

Next up, the Braves clash with the Legacy (Bismarck, ND) in a AA West bout, on Friday, January 12. Mandan will attempt to upgrade on its 8-3 season record. The go into the bout with a 9-1 record after their 69-43 league win over Jamestown (Jamestown, ND).