The Washington Panthers topped the host Canton Little Giants basketball team by a final score of 50-37 in Saturday's non-league game.

In their next game, the Panthers face the Metamora Redbirds (Metamora, IL) in a Mid-Illini game, on Tuesday, January 10. Washington will attempt to move on its 10-7 season record. The Redbirds enter the game with a 13-2 record after their 63-53 league win over East Peoria (East Peoria, IL).

With the defeat, Canton moves to 3-12 on the year. The Little giants host Farmington (Farmington, IL) to face the Farmers in a non-league game on Wednesday, January 11. The Farmers enter the game with a record of 12-4.