Mandan Braves (Mandan, ND) fans went home in high spirits Friday as they saw their football team achieve victory over the visiting Shanley/Oak Grove Lutheran Deacons (Fargo, ND), 41-28 in a non-league battle.

With the win, Mandan improves its record to 1-0 on the season. The Braves host Williston (Williston, ND) to play the Coyotes in a AAA - West battle on Friday, August 30. The Coyotes go into the battle with a record of 0-1. Williston lost 39-12 in their recent non-league battle against Sheyenne (West Fargo, ND)

The Deacons now have a 0-1 record. They play next when they travel to Fargo South for a non-league battle on Friday, August 30.