In Friday's league match, the host Vinita Hornets basketball team scored a tight 42-35 triumph over the Miami Wardogs.

In their next game, the Hornets meet the Verdigris Cardinals (Claremore, OK) in a Verdigris Valley match, on Tuesday, February 6. Vinita will attempt to better on its 13-7 season record. The Cardinals enter the match with a 13-7 record after their 58-19 league win over Jay (Jay, OK).

With the defeat, Miami moves to 4-11 on the year. The Wardogs travel to Hilldale (Muskogee, OK) to meet the Hornets in a Verdigris Valley match on Monday, February 5. The Hornets enter the match with a record of 5-10. Hilldale won 56-20 in their recent league match against Catoosa (Catoosa, OK)