Lowell Red Raiders (Lowell, MA) supporters left the game satisfied Friday as they witnessed their basketball squad nudge the host North Andover Scarlet Knights (North Andover, MA), 66-65 in a non-league match.

With the victory, Lowell advances its record to 1-0 on the year. The Red Raiders host Haverhill (Haverhill, MA) to face the Hillies in a non-league match on Monday, December 30. The Hillies enter the match with a record of 1-0.

The Scarlet Knights now own a 0-2 record. They put it on the line next when they host St. John's Prep for a non-league match on Monday, January 6.