Gilbert Christian Knights (Gilbert, AZ) backers were pleased Wednesday as they saw their basketball squad knock off the visiting Pusch Ridge Christian Academy Lions (Tucson, AZ), 69-51 in a non-league bout.

With the victory, Gilbert Christian upgrades its record to 13-9 on the campaign. The Knights host Valley Christian (Chandler, AZ) to play the Trojans in a 3A South Central bout on Friday, February 3. The Trojans come into the bout with a record of 24-1. Valley Christian won 84-33 in their recent league bout against San Tan Foothills (Queen Creek, AZ)

Next up, the Lions play the San Miguel Vipers (Tucson, AZ) in a 3A South bout, on Tuesday, February 7. Pusch Ridge Christian Academy will attempt to upgrade on its 11-14 season record. The Vipers come into the bout with a 2-22 record after their 87-32 league loss to Sabino (Tucson, AZ).