First Baptist Christian (Danville, IL) backers were in high spirits Friday as they witnessed their basketball squad bounce the visiting Lake County Baptist Lions (Waukegan, IL), 71-24 in a non-league bout.

With the win, First Baptist Christian upgrades its record to 3-0 on the season. The travel to Westfair Christian (Jacksonville, IL) to play the in a Illinois Christian bout on Friday, December 9. The go into the bout with a record of 4-1.

Next up, the Lions play the Westfair Christian (Jacksonville, IL) in a non-league bout, on Saturday, December 3. Lake County Baptist will attempt to upgrade on its 1-6 season record. The go into the bout with a 4-0 record after their 52-25 non-league win over Marquette Manor Baptist Academy (Downers Grove, IL).