Jackson Christian Royals (Jackson, MI) supporters left the game satisfied Tuesday as they witnessed their basketball squad nudge the visiting Calhoun Christian Cougars (Battle Creek, MI), 51-45 in a non-league match.

With the victory, Jackson Christian advances its record to 3-2 on the year. The Royals host Waldron (Waldron, MI) to face the Spartans in a Southern Central match on Thursday, December 12. The Spartans enter the match with a record of 3-1. Waldron won 54-32 in their recent non-league match against Sand Creek (Sand Creek, MI)

The Cougars now own a 2-1 record. They put it on the line next when they host Mendon for a non-league challenge on Tuesday, December 10.