Northwest Christian Crusaders (Phoenix, AZ) supporters left the game satisfied Saturday as they witnessed their basketball squad triumph over the visiting Payson Longhorns (Payson, AZ), 60-37 in a league match.

With the victory, Northwest Christian advances its record to 9-11 on the year. The Crusaders travel to Scottsdale Christian Academy (Phoenix, AZ) to face the Eagles in a non-league match on Tuesday, February 4. The Eagles enter the match with a record of 16-9. Scottsdale Christian Academy won 83-26 in their recent league match against Red Rock (Sedona, AZ)

The Longhorns now own a 9-16 record. They put it on the line next when they host Gilbert Christian for a 3A Metro match on Tuesday, February 4. Payson will face a Knights squad coming off a 59-52 league win over San Tan Foothills (Queen Creek, AZ). The Knights record now stands at 16-7.