Erie Royals (Erie, PA) boosters left the game satisfied Saturday as they witnessed their basketball squad nudge the host Central Catholic Vikings (Pittsburgh, PA), 36-34 in a non-league match.

With the victory, Erie upgrades its record to 8-11 on the year. The Royals host Iroquois (Erie, PA) to face the Braves in a non-league match on Tuesday, February 11. The Braves enter the match with a record of 8-12. Iroquois won 52-50 in their recent league match against North East (North East, PA)

The Vikings now sport a 13-7 record. They put it on the line next when they travel to Aliquippa for a non-league match on Saturday, February 8. Central Catholic will face a Quips squad coming off a 65-48 league win over Mohawk Area (Bessemer, PA). The Quips record now stands at 15-3.