Brandon Eagles (Brandon, FL) backers were in high spirits Friday as they witnessed their basketball squad nip the host Winter Haven Blue Devils (Winter Haven, FL), 63-61 in a non-league bout.

With the win, Brandon upgrades its record to 10-2 on the season. The Eagles host East Bay (Gibsonton, FL) to play the Indians in a 7A District 8 bout on Tuesday, January 8. The Indians go into the bout with a record of 10-2.

Next up, the Blue Devils play the Auburndale Bloodhounds (Auburndale, FL) in a non-league bout, on Saturday, December 22. Winter Haven will attempt to upgrade on its 3-3 season record.