In Monday's non-league match, the visiting Putnam County Panthers basketball team scored a tight 42-35 triumph over the Midland Timberwolves.

In their next game, the Panthers meet the St. Bede Bruins (Peru, IL) in a non-league match, on Thursday, January 18. Putnam County will attempt to better on its 17-7 season record. The Bruins enter the match with a 17-7 record after their 60-48 non-league win over Marquette (Ottawa, IL).

With the defeat, Midland moves to 15-7 on the year. The Timberwolves travel to Marquette (Ottawa, IL) to meet the Crusaders in a non-league match on Thursday, January 18. The Crusaders enter the match with a record of 11-6. Marquette lost 60-48 in their recent non-league match against St. Bede (Peru, IL)