Kofa Kings (Yuma, AZ) backers were in high spirits Friday as they witnessed their basketball squad tip the visiting Yuma Criminals (Yuma, AZ), 57-56 in a non-league bout.

With the win, Kofa upgrades its record to 8-3 on the season. The Kings host Gila Ridge (Yuma, AZ) to clash with the Hawks in a non-league bout on Wednesday, January 18. The Hawks go into the bout with a record of 1-3.

Next up, the Criminals clash with the Paradise Honors Panthers (Surprise, AZ) in a bout, on Tuesday, January 24. Yuma will attempt to upgrade on its 1-4 season record.