Russell Red Devils (Russell, KY) boosters left the game satisfied Thursday as they witnessed their basketball squad nudge the host Morgan County Cougars (West Liberty, KY), 57-53 in a non-league match.

With the victory, Russell upgrades its record to 1-0 on the year. The Red Devils host West Carter (Olive Hill, KY) to battle the Comets in a non-league challenge on Saturday, December 7. The Comets come into the challenge with a record of 0-1. West Carter lost 57-51 in their recent non-league challenge against Raceland (Raceland, KY)

In their next game, the Cougars battle the Knox Central Panthers (Barbourville, KY) in a non-league challenge, on Saturday, December 7. Morgan County will attempt to better on its 0-2 season record. The Panthers come into the challenge with a 1-0 record after their 62-24 non-league win over Harlan County (Harlan, KY).