In Thursday's league match, the host Morgan County Cougars basketball team scored a tight 66-63 triumph over the West Carter Comets.

With the victory, Morgan County improves its record to 8-4 on the campaign. The Cougars host Lewis County (Vanceburg, KY) to confront the Lions in a non-league challenge on Saturday, January 7. The Lions come into the challenge with a record of 6-4. Lewis County lost 56-33 in their recent league challenge against Russell (Russell, KY)

Next up, the Comets confront the Rose Hill Christian Royals (Ashland, KY) in a non-league challenge, on Saturday, January 7. West Carter will attempt to improve on its 2-9 season record.