McLean County Cougars (Calhoun, KY) backers were pleased Saturday as they saw their basketball squad hold off the host Highlands Latin Highlanders (Louisville, KY), 52-49 in a non-league bout.

With the victory, McLean County upgrades its record to 8-1 on the campaign. The Cougars host Hancock County (Lewisport, KY) to play the Hornets in a non-league bout on Tuesday, December 19. The Hornets come into the bout with a record of 3-5. Hancock County lost 61-59 in their recent league bout against Breckinridge County (Harned, KY)

Next up, the Highlanders play the Shawnee Golden Eagles (Louisville, KY) in a non-league bout, on Tuesday, December 19. Highlands Latin will attempt to upgrade on its 6-3 season record. The Golden Eagles come into the bout with a 6-2 record after their 66-64 non-league loss to Highlands Latin (Louisville, KY).