Victor Pirates (Victor, MT) backers were in high spirits Saturday as they witnessed their basketball squad tip the visiting Alberton Panthers (Alberton, MT), 31-29 in a non-league bout.

With the win, Victor upgrades its record to 1-1 on the season. The Pirates travel to Two Eagle River (Pablo, MT) to play the Eagles in a non-league bout on Friday, January 5. The Eagles go into the bout with a record of 3-0.

Next up, the Panthers play the Two Eagle River Eagles (Pablo, MT) in a C District 14 bout, on Thursday, January 18. Alberton will attempt to upgrade on its 0-1 season record.