In Thursday's league outing, the Armstrong River Hawks (Kittanning, PA) basketball squad overwhelmed the visiting New Castle Hurricanes (New Castle, PA), by a margin of 61-24.

The River Hawks (13-3) will now prepare for their match against Gateway (Monroeville, PA). The Gators enter the non-league match with a 4-12 record.

With the defeat, New Castle moves to 3-8 on the year. The Hurricanes host Shaler Area (Pittsburgh, PA) to meet the Titans in a WPIAL 5A 2 match on Monday, January 30. The Titans enter the match with a record of 13-5. Shaler Area won 39-27 in their recent league match against North Hills (Pittsburgh, PA)