Fans at Tuesday's non-league challenge between the Niangua Cardinals (Niangua, MO) and the visiting Laquey Hornets (Laquey, MO), saw Niangua's basketball squad overcome Laquey by a tally of 79-71.

With the victory, Niangua improves its record to 3-3 on the campaign. The Cardinals travel to Hurley (Hurley, MO) to confront the Tigers in a Mark Twain challenge on Friday, December 9. The Tigers come into the challenge with a record of 1-1.

Next up, the Hornets confront the Wheatland Mules (Wheatland, MO) in a non-league challenge, on Thursday, December 15. Laquey will attempt to improve on its 1-1 season record. The Mules come into the challenge with a 1-0 record after their 49-34 non-league win over Climax Springs (Climax Springs, MO).