Classical Purples (Providence, RI) backers were in high spirits Friday as they witnessed their basketball squad bounce the visiting Shea Raiders (Pawtucket, RI), 81-54 in a league bout.

With the win, Classical upgrades its record to 18-1 on the season. The Purples host Tolman (Pawtucket, RI) to encounter the Tigers in a Division II - North bout on Wednesday, February 20. The Tigers go into the bout with a record of 4-17. Tolman lost 62-52 in their recent league bout against Ponaganset (North Scituate, RI)

Next up, the Raiders encounter the Ponaganset Chieftains (North Scituate, RI) in a Division II - North bout, on Tuesday, February 19. Shea will attempt to upgrade on its 8-11 season record. The Chieftains go into the bout with a 7-14 record after their 62-52 league win over Tolman (Pawtucket, RI).