Clare Pioneers (Clare, MI) backers were in high spirits Tuesday as they witnessed their basketball squad tip the host Alma Panthers (Alma, MI), 56-51 in a non-league bout.

With the win, Clare upgrades its record to 1-0 on the season. The Pioneers host Beaverton (Beaverton, MI) to clash with the Beavers in a Jack Pine bout on Friday, December 1. The Beavers go into the bout with a record of 1-0. Beaverton won 41-25 in their recent non-league bout against Coleman (Coleman, MI)

Next up, the Panthers clash with the Ithaca Yellowjackets (Ithaca, MI) in a non-league bout, on Tuesday, December 5. Alma will attempt to upgrade on its 0-1 season record.