The Mt. Vernon Wildcats basketball squad (Mt. Vernon, IN), was outscored 46-37 in Tuesday's non-league battle with the visiting Carmi-White County Bulldogs (Carmi, IL)

With the victory, Carmi-White County advances its record to 12-4 on the year. The Bulldogs host Eldorado (Eldorado, IL) to meet the Eagles in a Black Diamond - East battle on Thursday, January 15. The Eagles enter the battle with a record of 3-14. Eldorado lost 49-36 in their recent non-league challenge against Wayne City (Wayne City, IL)

In their next game, the Wildcats battle the Fairfield Mules (Fairfield, IL) in a non-league challenge, on Saturday, January 17. Mt. Vernon will attempt to advance on its 8-14 season record. The Mules enter the match with a 12-8 record after their 46-29 league loss to Edwards County (Albion, IL).