Ouachita Christian Eagles (Monroe, LA) backers were in high spirits Monday as they witnessed their basketball squad thwart the host West Ouachita Chiefs (West Monroe, LA), 56-36 in a non-league bout.

With the win, Ouachita Christian upgrades its record to 13-6 on the season. The Eagles host Pineville (Pineville, LA) to play the Rebels in a non-league bout on Tuesday, January 9. The Rebels go into the bout with a record of 1-11.

Next up, the Chiefs play the West Monroe Rebels (West Monroe, LA) in a 5A District 2 bout, on Tuesday, January 9. West Ouachita will attempt to upgrade on its 6-13 season record. The Rebels go into the bout with a 9-9 record after their 48-29 non-league loss to Sterlington (Sterlington, LA).