Fans at Friday's league challenge between the Manley Wildcats (Chicago, IL) and the host Phoenix Military Firebird (Chicago, IL), saw Manley's basketball squad overcome Phoenix Military by a tally of 49-39.

With the victory, Manley improves its record to 5-8 on the campaign. The Wildcats travel to Little Village (Chicago, IL) to play the Phoenix in a challenge on Friday, January 20. The Phoenix come into the challenge with a record of 7-0.

Next up, the Firebird play the Juarez Eagles (Chicago, IL) in a challenge, on Wednesday, January 18. Phoenix Military will attempt to improve on its 1-7 season record. The Eagles come into the challenge with a 0-3 record after their 45-39 non-league loss to Payton College Prep (Chicago, IL).