In Friday's league match, the visiting Byrd Yellow Jackets basketball team scored a tight 50-47 triumph over the Benton Tigers.

In their next game, the Yellow Jackets meet the Southwood Cowboys (Shreveport, LA) in a 5A District 1 match, on Tuesday, January 25. Byrd will attempt to move on its 10-6 season record. The Cowboys enter the match with a 12-11 record after their 76-60 league win over Airline (Bossier City, LA).

With the defeat, Benton moves to 9-17 on the year. The Tigers travel to Airline (Bossier City, LA) to meet the Vikings in a 5A District 1 match on Tuesday, January 25. The Vikings enter the match with a record of 9-8. Airline lost 76-60 in their recent league match against Southwood (Shreveport, LA)