Sullivan Eagles (Sullivan, MO) backers were in high spirits Monday as they witnessed their basketball squad thwart the host Salem Tigers (Salem, MO), 54-45 in a non-league bout.

With the win, Sullivan upgrades its record to 3-1 on the year. The Eagles travel to Southern Boone (Ashland, MO) to meet the Eagles in a non-league match on Tuesday, January 3. The Eagles enter the match with a record of 4-2.

With the defeat, Salem moves to 2-6 on the year. The Tigers host Eldon (Eldon, MO) to meet the Mustangs in a non-league match on Friday, January 6. The Mustangs enter the match with a record of 3-6.