In Saturday's non-league test, the Niles North Vikings (Skokie, IL) basketball squad defeated the host Mt. Zion Braves (Mt. Zion, IL), by a final score of 66-56.

Next, the Vikings clash with the Highland Park Giants (Highland Park, IL) in a Central Suburban - North test, on Friday, January 31. Niles North will attempt to upgrade on its 19-5 season record.

The Braves (14-6) will now prepare for their test against Teutopolis (Teutopolis, IL). The Wooden Shoes enter the non-league match with a 14-7 record. In their last match, Teutopolis notched a victory over Champaign Central (Champaign, IL), 54-51, in a non-league match.