In Tuesday's non-league test, the South Shelby Cardinals (Shelbina, MO) basketball squad defeated the host La Plata Bulldogs (La Plata, MO), by a final score of 71-51.

Next, the Cardinals clash with the Northeast Bearcats (Cairo, MO) in a non-league test, on Tuesday, January 28. South Shelby will attempt to upgrade on its 8-8 season record.

The Bulldogs (2-9) will now prepare for their test against Novinger (Novinger, MO). The Wildcats come into the Tri-County - Northeast test with a 4-8 record.