West Memphis Christian Black Knights (West Memphis, AR) supporters left the game happy Tuesday as they witnessed their basketball squad hold off the host Tunica Academy Blue Devils (Tunica, MS), 70-67 in a league match.

With the victory, West Memphis Christian advances its record to 11-3 on the year. The Black Knights host North Sunflower Academy (Drew, MS) to meet the Rebels in a MAIS 3A District 1 match on Thursday, January 9. The Rebels enter the match with a record of 1-7.

The Blue Devils now own a 2-5 record. They put it on the line next when they host North Sunflower Academy for a MAIS 3A District 1 match on Wednesday, January 8.