Verde Valley Coyotes (Sedona, AZ) backers were pleased Thursday as they saw their basketball squad bounce the host Sonoran Science Academy (Phoenix, AZ), 47-23 in a non-league bout.

With the victory, Verde Valley upgrades its record to 6-2 on the campaign. The Coyotes host American Heritage Academy (Cottonwood, AZ) to play the in a Freelance bout on Tuesday, January 30. The come into the bout with a record of 0-8.

Next up, the play the Ville de Marie Academy (Scottsdale, AZ) in a non-league bout, on Monday, January 29. Sonoran Science Academy will attempt to upgrade on its 1-9 season record. The come into the bout with a 10-4 record after their 48-34 league win over Arrowhead Christian Academy (Glendale, AZ).