The JV Warrior basketball team improved to 5-8 and 5-4 in the EBC with a 38-29 victory over Marlington on Friday night in Alliance.  The Warriors led 20-10 at the break and played a steady second half for the victory.

Michael McCartney had a big day scoring 11 points for the winners.  Luke Curry added eight points including two triples and Mason Cosma knocked down five for the Warriors.

Next up:  West Branch will travel to Alliance on Tuesday for an EBC showdown with the Aviators.  Tip off is 5:30.