Phillips Loggers (Phillips, WI) backers were pleased Friday as they saw their basketball squad hold off the host Auburndale Apaches (Auburndale, WI), 57-55 in a non-league bout.

With the victory, Phillips upgrades its record to 5-1 on the campaign. The Loggers host Hurley (Hurley, WI) to play the Northstars in a non-league bout on Monday, December 12. The Northstars come into the bout with a record of 2-1. Hurley lost 50-45 in their recent league bout against Drummond (Drummond, WI)

Next up, the Apaches play the Assumption Royals (Wisconsin Rapids, WI) in a Marawood - South bout, on Thursday, December 15. Auburndale will attempt to upgrade on its 4-2 season record. The Royals come into the bout with a 6-0 record after their 72-8 non-league win over Chequamegon (Park Falls, WI).