Henning Hornets (Henning, MN) backers were pleased Saturday as they saw their basketball squad bounce the visiting Staples-Motley Cardinals (Staples, MN), 69-48 in a non-league bout.

With the victory, Henning upgrades its record to 1-0 on the campaign. The Hornets host Rothsay (Rothsay, MN) to play the Tigers in a non-league bout on Friday, December 9. The Tigers come into the bout with a record of 0-1. Rothsay lost 66-55 in their recent league bout against Ashby (Ashby, MN)

Next up, the Cardinals play the West Central Area Knights (Barrett, MN) in a non-league bout, on Tuesday, December 6. Staples-Motley will attempt to upgrade on its 0-2 season record. The Knights come into the bout with a 1-1 record after their 72-67 non-league win over Park Rapids (Park Rapids, MN).