Hammond Skyhawks (Columbia, SC) supporters left the game satisfied Tuesday as they witnessed their basketball squad notch a victory over the host Ben Lippen Falcons (Columbia, SC), 43-24 in a non-league match.

With the victory, Hammond advances its record to 5-2 on the year. The Skyhawks host Augusta Christian (Martinez, GA) to face the Lions in a non-league match on Friday, January 31. The Lions enter the match with a record of 3-6. Augusta Christian lost 48-32 in their recent league match against Heathwood Hall Episcopal (Columbia, SC)

The Falcons now own a 5-8 record. They put it on the line next when they host Providence Athletic Club for a non-league match on Wednesday, January 29. Ben Lippen will face a Panthers squad coming off a 31-29 league loss to Coastal HomeSchool (Pembroke, GA). The Panthers record now stands at 5-5.