McDowell Titans (Marion, NC) backers were in high spirits Friday as they witnessed their basketball squad bounce the host Tuscola Mountaineers (Waynesville, NC), 48-20 in a non-league bout.

With the win, McDowell moves its record to 1-0 on the year. The Titans host Owen (Black Mountain, NC) to face the Warhorses in a non-league game on Tuesday, November 22. The Warhorses enter the game with a record of 0-0.

With the defeat, Tuscola moves to 0-1 on the year. The Mountaineers host Erwin (Asheville, NC) to face the Warriors in a non-league game on Tuesday, November 22. The Warriors enter the game with a record of 0-0.