In Wednesday's league match, the host New Lexington Panthers basketball team scored a decisive 61-40 triumph over the Philo Electrics.

In their next game, the Panthers meet the Meadowbrook Colts (Byesville, OH) in a Muskingum Valley match, on Saturday, January 27. New Lexington will attempt to move on its 9-8 season record. The Colts enter the match with a 7-8 record after their 58-27 league loss to John Glenn (New Concord, OH).

With the defeat, Philo moves to 9-7 on the year. The Electrics host John Glenn (New Concord, OH) to meet the Little Muskies in a Muskingum Valley match on Saturday, January 27. The Little Muskies enter the match with a record of 12-4. John Glenn won 58-27 in their recent league match against Meadowbrook (Byesville, OH)