Fans at Friday's league challenge between the Herrin Tigers (Herrin, IL) and the visiting Benton Rangers (Benton, IL), saw Herrin's basketball squad hold off Benton by a tally of 47-46.

With the victory, Herrin improves its record to 6-0 on the campaign. The Tigers host Carbondale (Carbondale, IL) to confront the Terriers in a non-league challenge on Saturday, December 10. The Terriers come into the challenge with a record of 4-3. Carbondale lost 53-51 in their recent league challenge against Marion (Marion, IL)

Next up, the Rangers confront the Mt. Carmel Golden Aces (Mt. Carmel, IL) in a non-league challenge, on Saturday, December 10. Benton will attempt to improve on its 5-1 season record. The Golden Aces come into the challenge with a 6-1 record after their 53-44 league win over Lawrenceville (Lawrenceville, IL).