Patrick Henry Patriots (Roanoke, VA) backers were in high spirits Friday as they witnessed their basketball squad tip the visiting Franklin County Eagles (Rocky Mount, VA), 24-22 in a non-league bout.

With the win, Patrick Henry upgrades its record to 1-0 on the year. The Patriots host Salem (Salem, VA) to face the Spartans in a non-league game on Tuesday, December 13. The Spartans come into the challenge with a record of 2-0. Salem won 54-36 in their recent non-league challenge against Blacksburg (Blacksburg, VA)

Next up, the Eagles play the Halifax County Comets (South Boston, VA) in a non-league challenge, on Tuesday, December 20. Franklin County will attempt to improve on its 3-2 season record.