Hermann Bearcats (Hermann, MO) backers were in high spirits Monday as they witnessed their basketball squad tip the visiting Linn Wildcats (Linn, MO), 46-44 in a non-league bout.

With the win, Hermann improves its record to 4-1 on the campaign. The Bearcats travel to Wright City (Wright City, MO) to confront the Wildcats in a non-league challenge on Tuesday, December 9. The Wildcats come into the challenge with a record of 1-2. Wright City lost 64-46 in their recent non-league challenge against Kennedy (Manchester, MO)

Next up, the Wildcats confront the Owensville Dutchmen (Owensville, MO) in a non-league challenge, on Friday, December 12. Linn will attempt to improve on its 0-2 season record.