Howell North Knights (St. Charles, MO) backers were pleased Tuesday as they saw their basketball squad hold off the visiting Timberland T-Wolves (Wentzville, MO), 50-44 in a league bout.

With the victory, Howell North upgrades its record to 10-10 on the campaign. The Knights host Howell Central (St. Charles, MO) to play the Spartans in a Gateway - South bout on Friday, February 2. The Spartans come into the bout with a record of 10-4.

Next up, the T-Wolves play the Howell Vikings (St. Charles, MO) in a Gateway - South bout, on Friday, February 2. Timberland will attempt to upgrade on its 8-12 season record. The Vikings come into the bout with a 14-4 record after their 48-29 league loss to Fort Zumwalt West (O'Fallon, MO).