Fans at Friday's league challenge between the Independence Falcons (Bakersfield, CA) and the host Highland Scots (Bakersfield, CA), saw Independence's basketball squad wallop Highland by a tally of 68-46.

With the victory, Independence improves its record to 13-7 on the campaign. The Falcons host Bakersfield (Bakersfield, CA) to play the Drillers in a South Yosemite - Valley challenge on Wednesday, January 31. The Drillers come into the challenge with a record of 5-16. Bakersfield lost 89-76 in their recent league challenge against Bakersfield Christian (Bakersfield, CA)

Next up, the Scots play the Golden Valley Bulldogs (Bakersfield, CA) in a non-league challenge, on Monday, January 29. Highland will attempt to improve on its 17-6 season record. The Bulldogs come into the challenge with a 6-12 record after their 59-54 league loss to Mira Monte (Bakersfield, CA).