In Friday's non-league match, the host Knob Noster Panthers basketball team scored a tight 74-67 triumph over the Concordia Fighting Orioles.

In their next game, the Panthers meet the Benton Cardinals (St. Joseph, MO) in a non-league match, on Friday, December 30. Knob Noster will attempt to move on its 4-1 season record.

With the defeat, Concordia moves to 2-4 on the year. The Fighting orioles host Crest Ridge (Centerview, MO) to meet the Cougars in a I-70 match on Wednesday, December 21. The Cougars enter the match with a record of 4-2. Crest Ridge lost 75-56 in their recent non-league match against Tipton (Tipton, MO)