Franklin Warriors (Somerset, NJ) backers were pleased Saturday as they saw their basketball squad hold off the host Howell Rebels (Farmingdale, NJ), 66-63 in a non-league bout.

With the victory, Franklin upgrades its record to 15-11 on the campaign. The Warriors host Westfield (Westfield, NJ) to play the Blue Devils in a non-league bout on Wednesday, February 21. The Blue Devils come into the bout with a record of 13-11. Westfield won 81-41 in their recent non-league bout against Chatham (Chatham, NJ)

Next up, the Rebels play the Jackson Memorial Jaguars (Jackson Township, NJ) in a non-league bout, on Wednesday, February 21. Howell will attempt to upgrade on its 17-10 season record.