Ethan Rustlers (Ethan, SD) backers were pleased Friday as they saw their basketball squad knock off the visiting Kimball/White Lake Wildkats (Kimball, SD), 52-36 in a non-league bout.

With the victory, Ethan upgrades its record to 13-3 on the campaign. The Rustlers host Mt. Vernon/Plankinton (Mt. Vernon, SD) to play the Titans in a non-league bout on Thursday, February 8. The Titans come into the bout with a record of 5-9.

Next up, the Wildkats play the Lyman Raiders (Presho, SD) in a non-league bout, on Tuesday, February 6. Kimball/White Lake will attempt to upgrade on its 4-10 season record. The Raiders come into the bout with a 4-11 record after their 57-50 non-league loss to North Central (Eureka, SD).