The Metamora Redbirds got by the host Wheaton North Falcons basketball squad by a final score of 69-66 in Thursday's non-league outing.

Next, the Redbirds clash with the Palatine Pirates (Palatine, IL) in a non-league outing, on Friday, December 27. Metamora will attempt to upgrade on its 10-2 season record. The Pirates come into the outing with a 7-4 record after their 36-35 non-league win over Downers Grove South (Downers Grove, IL).

The Falcons (5-5) will now prepare for their outing against Glenbard North (Carol Stream, IL). The Panthers go into the DuKane contest with a 4-5 record. In their last contest, Glenbard North was tipped by Glenbrook South (Glenview, IL), 60-46, in a non-league contest.