Johnstown-Monroe Johnnies (Johnstown, OH) backers were pleased Friday as they saw their basketball squad knock off the visiting Beechcroft Cougars (Columbus, OH), 62-47 in a non-league bout.

With the victory, Johnstown-Monroe upgrades its record to 17-5 on the campaign. The Johnnies host Bishop Hartley (Columbus, OH) to play the Hawks in a non-league bout on Monday, February 19. The Hawks come into the match with a record of 1-3.

With the defeat, Beechcroft moves to 7-5 on the year. The Cougars travel to Olentangy (Lewis Center, OH) to meet the Braves in a non-league match on Monday, February 19. The Braves enter the match with a record of 2-2.