Bishop Ireton Cardinals (Alexandria, VA) supporters left the game happy Tuesday as they witnessed their basketball squad hold off the host Bishop McNamara Mustangs (Forestville, MD), 70-65 in a league match.

With the victory, Bishop Ireton advances its record to 4-1 on the year. The Cardinals host Hayfield (Alexandria, VA) to meet the Hawks in a non-league match on Saturday, December 14. The Hawks enter the match with a record of 2-0. Hayfield won 66-52 in their recent non-league match against South Lakes (Reston, VA)

The Mustangs now own a 0-4 record. They put it on the line next when they host St. John's for a DCSAA AA match on Sunday, December 15. Bishop McNamara will meet a Cadets squad coming off a 75-51 league win over St. Mary's Ryken (Leonardtown, MD). The Cadets record now stands at 5-1.