Northwest Christian Crusaders (Phoenix, AZ) backers were in high spirits Friday as they witnessed their basketball squad bounce the host Chino Valley Cougars (Chino Valley, AZ), 88-27 in a league bout.

With the win, Northwest Christian upgrades its record to 10-12 on the season. The Crusaders travel to Odyssey Institute (Buckeye, AZ) to play the Minotaur in a non-league bout on Monday, February 6. The Minotaur go into the bout with a record of 9-15. Odyssey Institute won 85-73 in their recent league bout against River Valley (Mohave Valley, AZ)

Next up, the Cougars play the Page Sand Devils (Page, AZ) in a non-league game, on Monday, February 6. Chino Valley will attempt to move on its 1-19 season record. The Sand Devils enter the game with a 15-9 record after their 75-44 league win over Alchesay (Whiteriver, AZ).