Bangor Christian Patriots (Bangor, ME) backers were pleased Saturday as they saw their basketball squad hold off the host Machias Bulldogs (Machias, ME), 49-44 in a non-league bout.

With the victory, Bangor Christian upgrades its record to 13-3 on the campaign. The Patriots travel to Jonesport-Beals (Jonesport, ME) to play the Royals in a D North bout on Monday, February 5. The Royals come into the bout with a record of 10-6. Jonesport-Beals won 60-42 in their recent league bout against Shead (Eastport, ME)

Next up, the Bulldogs play the Schenck Wolverines (East Millinocket, ME) in a non-league bout, on Tuesday, February 6. Machias will attempt to upgrade on its 14-3 season record. The Wolverines come into the bout with a 18-0 record after their 65-23 non-league win over Dexter (Dexter, ME).