In Thursday's non-league match, the visiting Phoenix Military Firebird basketball team scored a tight 42-39 triumph over the Juarez Eagles.

In their next game, the Firebird meet the Hubbard Greyhounds (Chicago, IL) in a non-league match, on Friday, December 30. Phoenix Military will attempt to move on its 7-4 season record. The Greyhounds enter the match with a 4-4 record after their 31-26 non-league win over Hancock (Chicago, IL).

With the defeat, Juarez moves to 2-7 on the year. The Eagles host Kelvyn Park (Chicago, IL) to meet the Panthers in a Chicago Public - Blue West match on Tuesday, January 10. The Panthers enter the match with a record of 3-2.