Newhalen Malamutes (Newhalen, AK) backers were in high spirits Wednesday as they witnessed their basketball squad thwart the host Non Varsity Opponent (, ), 59-48 in a non-league bout.

With the win, Newhalen upgrades its record to 1-0 on the season. The Malamutes travel to Manokotak (Manokotak, AK) to play the Lynx in a non-league bout on Thursday, January 11. The Lynx go into the bout with a record of 0-0.

Next up, the play the Ridgefield Spudders (Ridgefield, WA) in a non-league bout, on Wednesday, January 10. Non Varsity Opponent will attempt to upgrade on its 78-180 season record. The Spudders go into the bout with a 8-4 record after their 61-44 league win over Woodland (Woodland, WA).