Fans at Friday's league challenge between the Redding Christian Lions (Palo Cedro, CA) and the host Portola Tigers (Portola, CA), saw Redding Christian's basketball squad overcome Portola by a tally of 54-44.

With the victory, Redding Christian improves its record to 8-7 on the campaign. The Lions host Quincy (Quincy, CA) to confront the Trojans in a Five Star challenge on Tuesday, January 31. The Trojans come into the challenge with a record of 7-8. Quincy won 45-35 in their recent non-league challenge against Loyalton (Loyalton, CA)

Next up, the Tigers confront the Chester Volcanoes (Chester, CA) in a Five Star challenge, on Tuesday, January 31. Portola will attempt to improve on its 13-10 season record. The Volcanoes come into the challenge with a 9-7 record after their 45-24 league win over Burney (Burney, CA).