In Monday's league match, the visiting Dermott Rams basketball team scored a decisive 87-54 triumph over the Hermitage Hermits.

In their next game, the Rams meet the Strong Bulldogs (Strong, AR) in a 1A Region 8 match, on Friday, February 2. Dermott will attempt to move on its 14-11 season record. The Bulldogs enter the match with a 10-7 record after their 57-50 league win over Bearden (Bearden, AR).

With the defeat, Hermitage moves to 2-16 on the year. The Hermits travel to Hampton (Hampton, AR) to meet the Bulldogs in a 1A Region 8 match on Tuesday, January 30. The Bulldogs enter the match with a record of 9-8. Hampton won 78-62 in their recent non-league match against Taylor (Taylor, AR)