In Friday's non-league match, the host Sunnyside Wildcats basketball team scored a tight 59-56 triumph over the Independence Falcons.

In their next game, the Wildcats meet the McLane Highlanders (Fresno, CA) in a North Yosemite match, on Tuesday, January 9. Sunnyside will attempt to better on its 10-3 season record. The Highlanders enter the match with a 10-6 record after their 51-43 non-league win over Justin Garza (Fresno, CA).

With the defeat, Independence moves to 8-4 on the year. The Falcons host Highland (Bakersfield, CA) to meet the Scots in a South Yosemite - Valley match on Wednesday, January 10. The Scots enter the match with a record of 13-1.