Fans at Friday's non-league challenge between the Poteau Pirates (Poteau, OK) and the host Non Varsity Tournament Opponent (, ), saw Poteau's basketball squad hold off Non Varsity Tournament Opponent by a tally of 46-41.

With the victory, Poteau improves its record to 4-6 on the campaign. The Pirates host Haskell (Haskell, OK) to play the Haymakers in a non-league challenge on Saturday, January 6. The Haymakers come into the challenge with a record of 4-5. Haskell won 50-43 in their recent non-league challenge against Bristow (Bristow, OK)

Next up, the play the Still Creek Christian Colts (Bryan, TX) in a non-league challenge, on Thursday, January 11. Non Varsity Tournament Opponent will attempt to improve on its 59-185 season record.