Freeland Falcons (Freeland, MI) backers were pleased Wednesday as they saw their basketball squad knock off the visiting Garber Dukes (Essexville, MI), 60-44 in a league bout.

With the victory, Freeland upgrades its record to 11-1 on the campaign. The Falcons host Frankenmuth (Frankenmuth, MI) to play the Eagles in a Tri-Valley - East bout on Friday, January 26. The Eagles come into the bout with a record of 8-2. Frankenmuth won 44-26 in their recent league bout against Garber (Essexville, MI)

Next up, the Dukes play the Bridgeport Bearcats (Bridgeport, MI) in a Tri-Valley - East bout, on Friday, January 26. Garber will attempt to upgrade on its 8-5 season record.