The Clarkton Reindeer topped the host Gideon Bulldogs basketball team by a final score of 56-41 in Friday's league game.

In their next game, the Reindeer face the Bell City Cubs (Bell City, MO) in a non-league game, on Saturday, January 14. Clarkton will attempt to move on its 6-6 season record. The Cubs enter the game with a 2-8 record after their 60-58 league win over Delta (Delta, MO).

With the defeat, Gideon moves to 0-5 on the year. The Bulldogs host Risco (Risco, MO) to face the Tigers in a Tri-County - Southeast game on Tuesday, January 24. The Tigers enter the game with a record of 4-3.