Emerson Mavericks (McKinney, TX) backers were pleased Friday as they saw their basketball squad hold off the visiting McKinney North Bulldogs (McKinney, TX), 58-53 in a non-league bout.

With the victory, Emerson upgrades its record to 2-1 on the campaign. The Mavericks travel to Mesquite (Mesquite, TX) to play the Skeeters in a non-league bout on Monday, November 21. The Skeeters come into the bout with a record of 0-0.

Next up, the Bulldogs play the Rockwall Yellowjackets (Rockwall, TX) in a non-league bout, on Tuesday, November 22. McKinney North will attempt to upgrade on its 0-3 season record. The Yellowjackets come into the bout with a 2-1 record after their 57-52 non-league win over North Mesquite (Mesquite, TX).