The Morgan County Cougars basketball squad (West Liberty, KY), was outscored 83-75 in Thursday's league battle with the host Elliott County Lions (Sandy Hook, KY)

With the victory, Elliott County advances its record to 14-6 on the year. The Lions travel to Phelps (Phelps, KY) to meet the Hornets in a non-league battle on Saturday, February 15. The Hornets enter the battle with a record of 11-11. Phelps won 74-66 in their recent non-league battle against Scott (Madison, WV)

The Cougars now own a 10-12 record. They put it on the line next when they travel to Rowan County for a non-league battle on Saturday, February 15. Morgan County will meet a Vikings squad coming off a 62-30 non-league win over West Carter (Olive Hill, KY). The Vikings record now stands at 11-12.