New Manna Christian Wind (Marion, NC) backers were in high spirits Thursday as they witnessed their basketball squad bounce the host Bethel Christian Academy Crusaders (Spruce Pine, NC), 55-26 in a non-league bout.

With the win, New Manna Christian upgrades its record to 1-1 on the season. The Wind host Union Grove Christian (Lexington, NC) to play the Patriots in a non-league bout on Friday, November 17. The Patriots go into the bout with a record of 0-0.

Next up, the Crusaders play the Varsity Opponent (, ) in a non-league bout, on Tuesday, November 14. Bethel Christian Academy will attempt to upgrade on its 0-1 season record.