Illinois High School Basketball - Alton knocked off by Evanston
December 27, 2024: Alton, IL 62002 In Friday's non-league test, the Evanston Wildkits (Evanston, IL) basketball squad knocked off the host Alton Redbirds (Alton, IL), by a score of 61-53.
Next, the Wildkits encounter the Dyett Eagles (Chicago, IL) in a non-league test, on Saturday, December 28. Evanston will attempt to improve on its 12-1 season record. The Eagles come into the test with a 10-1 record after their 68-45 non-league win over Southridge (Miami, FL).
The Redbirds (11-2) will now prepare for their test against Mt. Vernon (Mt. Vernon, IL). The Rams come into the non-league test with a 7-3 record. In their last test, Mt. Vernon beat Glenwood (Chatham, IL), 42-37, in a non-league test.