The Mt. Pulaski Hilltoppers topped the host Illini Central Cougars basketball team by a final score of 57-49 in Tuesday's league game.

In their next game, the Hilltoppers face the Midwest Central Raiders (Manito, IL) in a Tomahawk game, on Friday, January 12. Mt. Pulaski will attempt to move on its 8-11 season record.

With the defeat, Illini Central moves to 6-8 on the year. The Cougars host Havana (Havana, IL) to face the Ducks in a non-league game on Tuesday, January 16. The Ducks enter the game with a record of 4-13.