North Carolina High School Basketball - Providence succumbs to Independence
January 7, 2025: Charlotte, NC 28270 In Tuesday's league test, the Independence Patriots (Charlotte, NC) basketball squad defeated the host Providence Panthers (Charlotte, NC), by a final score of 55-43.
Next, the Patriots clash with the East Mecklenburg Eagles (Charlotte, NC) in a 4A Southwestern test, on Thursday, January 9. Independence will attempt to upgrade on its 12-2 season record. The Eagles come into the test with a 8-5 record after their 56-46 non-league loss to Weddington (Matthews, NC).
The Panthers (2-12) will now prepare for their test against Rocky River (Mint Hill, NC). The Ravens come into the 4A Southwestern test with a 6-7 record. In their last test, Rocky River overcame Butler (Matthews, NC), 58-56, in a league test.