Sumter Christian Bears (Sumter, SC) backers were in high spirits Tuesday as they witnessed their basketball squad bounce the host Orangeburg Christian Academy Patriots (Orangeburg, SC), 67-32 in a non-league bout.

With the win, Sumter Christian upgrades its record to 9-0 on the season. The Bears travel to Emmanuel Christian (Hartsville, SC) to confront the Crusaders in a non-league challenge on Friday, January 5. The Crusaders come into the challenge with a record of 0-2.

Next up, the Patriots confront the Northside Christian School Eagles (North Charleston, SC) in a South Carolina Christian AA - Coastal B challenge, on Tuesday, January 16. Orangeburg Christian Academy will attempt to improve on its 0-2 season record.