Fans at Wednesday's league challenge between the Martin County Cardinals (Inez, KY) and the host Johnson Central Golden Eagles (Paintsville, KY), saw Martin County's basketball squad hold off Johnson Central by a tally of 59-56.

With the victory, Martin County improves its record to 17-9 on the campaign. The Cardinals travel to Bath County (Owingsville, KY) to confront the Wildcats in a non-league challenge on Saturday, February 10. The Wildcats come into the challenge with a record of 14-9.

Next up, the Golden Eagles confront the Scott County Cardinals (Georgetown, KY) in a non-league challenge, on Saturday, February 10. Johnson Central will attempt to improve on its 20-2 season record. The Cardinals come into the challenge with a 8-11 record after their 60-43 league loss to Bryan Station (Lexington, KY).