In Thursday's non-league test, the Middle Creek Mustangs (Apex, NC) basketball squad got by the visiting Corinth Holders Pirates (Wendell, NC), by a score of 48-44.

Next, the Mustangs clash with the Seaforth Hawks (Pittsboro, NC) in a non-league test, on Friday, November 21. Middle Creek will attempt to improve on its 2-0 season record.

The Pirates (0-1) will now prepare for their test against Franklinton (Franklinton, NC). The Red Rams come into the non-league challenge with a 0-2 record. In their last challenge, Franklinton was tipped by Rolesville (Rolesville, NC), 60-43, in a non-league battle.