Franklin Bulldogs (Rochester, NY) backers were in high spirits Friday as they witnessed their basketball squad thwart the host McQuaid Jesuit Knights (Rochester, NY), 77-69 in a league bout.

With the win, Franklin upgrades its record to 4-1 on the season. The Bulldogs travel to St. Mary's (Manhasset, NY) to play the Gaels in a non-league bout on Sunday, December 17. The Gaels go into the bout with a record of 0-2.

Next up, the Knights play the Wilson Magnet Wildcats (Rochester, NY) in a Section 5 Rochester City Catholic - Upper bout, on Wednesday, December 20. McQuaid Jesuit will attempt to upgrade on its 1-2 season record.