Frederick Christian Academy Defenders (Frederick, MD) supporters left the game satisfied Thursday as they witnessed their basketball squad nudge the visiting Heritage Academy Eagles (Hagerstown, MD), 45-42 in a non-league match.

The Defenders (1-1) will now prepare for their contest against Carroll Christian (Westminster, MD). The go into the contest with a 0-0 record.

Next up, the Eagles face the GVCS Broadfording Lions (Hagerstown, MD) in a non-league match, on Tuesday, December 9. Heritage Academy will attempt to upgrade on its 0-1 season record. The Lions enter the match with a 0-2 record after their 48-41 non-league loss to Allegany (Cumberland, MD).