Fordland Eagles (Fordland, MO) backers were pleased Tuesday as they saw their basketball squad hold off the visiting Ash Grove Pirates (Ash Grove, MO), 56-49 in a non-league bout.

With the victory, Fordland upgrades its record to 8-3 on the campaign. The Eagles host Niangua (Niangua, MO) to play the Cardinals in a non-league bout on Friday, January 5. The Cardinals come into the bout with a record of 0-0.

Next up, the Pirates play the Fair Grove Eagles (Fair Grove, MO) in a non-league bout, on Thursday, January 4. Ash Grove will attempt to upgrade on its 3-4 season record. The Eagles come into the bout with a 8-1 record after their 73-11 non-league win over Greenwood (Springfield, MO).