Fans at Tuesday's league challenge between the Winona Winhawks (Winona, MN) and the host Faribault Falcons (Faribault, MN), saw Winona's basketball squad overcome Faribault by a tally of 45-34.

With the victory, Winona improves its record to 13-12 on the campaign. The Winhawks host Albert Lea (Albert Lea, MN) to confront the Tigers in a Big 9 challenge on Thursday, February 28. The Tigers come into the challenge with a record of 11-11. Albert Lea lost 84-71 in their recent non-league challenge against Waseca (Waseca, MN)

Next up, the Falcons confront the Mankato West Scarlets (Mankato, MN) in a Big 9 challenge, on Friday, March 1. Faribault will attempt to improve on its 5-20 season record. The Scarlets come into the challenge with a 14-9 record after their 67-55 league win over Owatonna (Owatonna, MN).