ARMSTRONG—North Union built a big lead and held off a late run by Bishop Garrigan on Friday, Dec. 17, in a 72-61 Top of Iowa Conference boys basketball victory over the Golden Bears.

The home team started fast by taking a 22-9 lead at the conclusion of the first stanza and built a 38-22 advantage at halftime. The green-black-and-silver took a 57-34 at the end of third period and held off a late run by the visitors.