The Assumption Royals basketball team (Wisconsin Rapids, WI), dropped 56-44 in Tuesday's league battle with the visiting Newman Fighting Cardinals (Wausau, WI)

The Fighting Cardinals now possess a 12-2 record. They put it on the line next when they host Auburndale for a Marawood - South battle on Tuesday, January 31. Newman will confront a Apaches team coming off a 63-21 non-league win over Pittsville (Pittsville, WI). The Apaches record now stands at 13-3.

The Royals (4-10) will now prepare for their battle against Port Edwards (Port Edwards, WI). The Blackhawks come into the non-league battle with a 10-3 record. In their last battle, Port Edwards beat Wild Rose (Wild Rose, WI), 67-54, in a league battle.