Fans at Friday's non-league challenge between the Martin County Cardinals (Inez, KY) and the visiting Owsley County Owls / Lady Owls (Booneville, KY), saw Martin County's basketball squad hold off Owsley County by a count of 76-72.

With the victory, Martin County upgrades its record to 5-1 on the campaign. The Cardinals host Spring Valley (Huntington, WV) to play the Timberwolves in a non-league challenge on Saturday, December 9. The Timberwolves come into the challenge with a record of 0-0.

Next up, the Owls / Lady Owls play the Lee County Bobcats (Beattyville, KY) in a District 56 challenge, on Friday, December 8. Owsley County will attempt to upgrade on its 1-3 season record.