In Thursday's league match, the host Newport Cubs basketball team scored a good 64-48 triumph over the North Marion Huskies.

In their next game, the Cubs meet the Philomath Warriors (Philomath, OR) in a 4A Oregon West match, on Monday, February 5. Newport will attempt to move on its 10-6 season record.

With the defeat, North Marion moves to 14-6 on the year. The Huskies host Stayton (Stayton, OR) to meet the Eagles in a 4A Oregon West match on Monday, February 5. The Eagles enter the match with a record of 8-9. Stayton lost 54-53 in their recent league match against Sweet Home (Sweet Home, OR)