On Monday, January 9, the #6 seeded NCHS Lady Jays traveled to Phillipsburg to take on the #3-seed Panthers. After trailing at halftime, the Lady Jays were able to make a run at the start of the 2nd half to take the lead. Phillipsburg was able to recover and earn a 45-37 victory. The loss moves the Lady Jays to the consolation side of the bracket and will continue play on Thursday.