The Benton Zephyrs routed the host Cassville Comets basketball team by a final score of 77-48 in Thursday's league game.

In their next game, the Zephyrs face the Potosi Chieftains (Potosi, WI) in a Six Rivers - West game, on Tuesday, January 17. Benton will attempt to move on its 7-3 season record. The Chieftains enter the game with a 7-4 record after their 69-24 league win over Shullsburg (Shullsburg, WI).

With the defeat, Cassville moves to 4-7 on the year. The Comets travel to Highland (Highland, WI) to face the Cardinals in a Six Rivers - West game on Tuesday, January 17. The Cardinals enter the game with a record of 7-6.