In Saturday's non-league match, the host Freeport Pretzels basketball team scored a tight 60-53 triumph over the Fulton Steamers.

In their next game, the Pretzels meet the Rockford East E-Rabs (Rockford, IL) in a Northern Illinois 10 match, on Wednesday, February 7. Freeport will attempt to move on its 15-12 season record. The E-Rabs enter the match with a 6-20 record after their 65-52 league win over Hononegah (Rockton, IL).

With the defeat, Fulton moves to 15-9 on the year. The Steamers host Durand (Durand, IL) to meet the Bulldogs in a non-league match on Monday, February 5. The Bulldogs enter the match with a record of 15-9. Durand lost 57-44 in their recent league match against Pearl City (Pearl City, IL)