Sumiton Christian Eagles (Sumiton, AL) supporters left the game satisfied Friday as they witnessed their basketball squad nudge the host Winston County Yellowjackets (Double Springs, AL), 62-59 in a non-league match.

With the victory, Sumiton Christian advances its record to 14-1 on the year. The Eagles travel to Hubbertville (Fayette, AL) to face the Lions in a 1A Area 10 match on Tuesday, January 21. The Lions enter the match with a record of 15-5. Hubbertville lost 74-71 in their recent non-league match against Haleyville (Haleyville, AL)

The Yellowjackets now own a 6-13 record. They put it on the line next when they travel to Cullman Christian for a non-league match on Monday, January 20. Winston County will face a Lions squad coming off a 63-25 league loss to Meek (Arley, AL). The Lions record now stands at 3-21.