Independence 76ers (Columbus, OH) backers were in high spirits Tuesday as they observed their basketball team smash the host West Cowboys (Columbus, OH), 38-5 in a league game.

In their next game, the 76ers face the South Bulldogs (Columbus, OH) in a Columbus City - South game, on Friday, January 12. Independence will attempt to move on its 2-5 season record. The Bulldogs enter the game with a 7-5 record after their 48-38 non-league loss to Central Crossing (Grove City, OH).

With the defeat, West moves to 0-8 on the year. The Cowboys host Walnut Ridge (Columbus, OH) to face the Scots in a Columbus City - South game on Friday, January 12. The Scots enter the game with a record of 9-4. Walnut Ridge won 53-40 in their recent league game against South (Columbus, OH)