In Tuesday's league match, the visiting Ozark Tigers basketball team scored a tight 73-66 triumph over the Willard Tigers.

In their next game, the Tigers meet the Carthage Tigers (Carthage, MO) in a non-league match, on Friday, February 18. Ozark will attempt to better on its 16-7 season record. The Tigers enter the match with a 18-5 record after their 72-50 non-league win over Branson (Branson, MO).

With the defeat, Willard moves to 14-10 on the year. The Tigers host Joplin (Joplin, MO) to meet the Eagles in a Central Ozarks match on Friday, February 18. The Eagles enter the match with a record of 14-6. Joplin won 80-44 in their recent league match against Carl Junction (Carl Junction, MO)