Howell Vikings (St. Charles, MO) backers were pleased Friday as they saw their basketball squad hold off the host Howell North Knights (St. Charles, MO), 41-35 in a league bout.

With the victory, Howell upgrades its record to 12-2 on the campaign. The Vikings host Fort Zumwalt West (O'Fallon, MO) to play the Jaguars in a Gateway - South bout on Tuesday, January 30. The Jaguars come into the bout with a record of 12-4.

Next up, the Knights play the Fort Zumwalt West Jaguars (O'Fallon, MO) in a Gateway - South bout, on Tuesday, January 23. Howell North will attempt to upgrade on its 8-9 season record. The Jaguars come into the bout with a 12-4 record after their 48-43 league win over Howell (St. Charles, MO).