Pikeville Panthers (Pikeville, KY) backers were in high spirits Monday as they witnessed their basketball squad thwart the visiting Johnson Central Golden Eagles (Paintsville, KY), 62-46 in a non-league bout.

With the win, Pikeville upgrades its record to 11-7 on the season. The Panthers host Jenkins (Jenkins, KY) to play the Cavaliers in a District 59 bout on Thursday, February 2. The Cavaliers go into the bout with a record of 11-8. Jenkins lost 79-48 in their recent league bout against East Ridge (Lick Creek, KY)

Next up, the Golden Eagles play the Paintsville Tigers (Paintsville, KY) in a District 57 bout, on Thursday, February 2. Johnson Central will attempt to upgrade on its 8-13 season record.