North Carolina High School Basketball - Independence fells East Mecklenburg
February 7, 2025: Charlotte, NC 28212 The Independence Patriots basketball squad scored 49 points and held the host East Mecklenburg Eagles to 34 in the Patriots non-league victory on Friday.
With the victory, Independence advances its record to 19-3 on the year. The Patriots travel to Rocky River (Mint Hill, NC) to face the Ravens in a match on Tuesday, February 11. The Ravens enter the match with a record of 4-8.
The Eagles now own a 3-6 record. They play next when they host Charlotte Catholic for a challenge on Tuesday, February 11. East Mecklenburg will encounter a Cougars team coming off a 42-31 league win over Butler (Matthews, NC). The Cougars record now stands at 20-3.