Branson Pirates (Branson, MO) backers were in high spirits Tuesday as they witnessed their basketball squad bounce the host Central Bulldogs (Springfield, MO), 52-22 in a non-league bout.

With the win, Branson upgrades its record to 2-0 on the season. The Pirates host Russellville (Russellville, MO) to play the Indians in a non-league bout on Thursday, December 7. The Indians go into the bout with a record of 4-2. Russellville won 48-47 in their recent non-league bout against Stover (Stover, MO)

Next up, the Bulldogs play the Clever Blue Jays (Clever, MO) in a non-league bout, on Thursday, December 14. Central will attempt to upgrade on its 0-1 season record.