Fans at Friday's non-league challenge between the Downey Knights (Modesto, CA) and the host Calaveras Red Hawks (San Andreas, CA), saw Downey's basketball squad hold off Calaveras by a tally of 53-50.

With the victory, Downey improves its record to 7-4 on the campaign. The Knights travel to Gregori (Modesto, CA) to confront the Jaguars in a challenge on Wednesday, January 10. The Jaguars come into the challenge with a record of 6-2.

Next up, the Red Hawks confront the Liberty Ranch Hawks (Galt, CA) in a non-league challenge, on Wednesday, January 3. Calaveras will attempt to improve on its 11-4 season record. The Hawks come into the challenge with a 3-6 record after their 33-22 non-league win over Mesa Verde (Citrus Heights, CA).