In Friday's non-league match, the host Simley Spartans basketball team scored a tight 32-31 triumph over the North Polars.

In their next game, the Spartans meet the South St. Paul Packers (South St. Paul, MN) in a AAA Section 3 match, on Tuesday, January 9. Simley will attempt to move on its 5-6 season record. The Packers enter the match with a 3-7 record after their 45-36 league loss to Two Rivers (Mendota Heights, MN).

With the defeat, North moves to 2-9 on the year. The Polars host Two Rivers (Mendota Heights, MN) to meet the Warriors in a non-league match on Tuesday, January 9. The Warriors enter the match with a record of 9-3. Two Rivers won 45-36 in their recent league match against South St. Paul (South St. Paul, MN)