In Wednesday's non-league match, the visiting Independence Patriots basketball team scored a tight 41-38 triumph over the East Mecklenburg Eagles.

In their next game, the Patriots meet the Rocky River Ravens (Mint Hill, NC) in a non-league match, on Friday, January 12. Independence will attempt to better on its 9-4 season record. The Ravens enter the match with a 4-8 record after their 37-25 non-league loss to Providence (Charlotte, NC).

With the defeat, East Mecklenburg moves to 3-7 on the year. The Eagles host Charlotte Catholic (Charlotte, NC) to meet the Cougars in a match on Tuesday, January 16. The Cougars enter the match with a record of 14-1. Charlotte Catholic won 57-25 in their recent league match against Butler (Matthews, NC)