The R-S Central Hilltoppers basketball squad (Rutherfordton, NC), was outscored 35-19 in Friday's non-league battle with the visiting East Henderson Eagles (East Flat Rock, NC)

With the victory, East Henderson advances its record to 1-1 on the year. The Eagles travel to Polk County (Columbus, NC) to meet the Wolverines in a non-league battle on Tuesday, November 25. The Wolverines come into the challenge with a record of 0-2. Polk County lost 47-14 in their recent non-league challenge against Chase (Forest City, NC)

In their next game, the Hilltoppers encounter the Owen Warhorses (Black Mountain, NC) in a non-league challenge, on Tuesday, November 25. R-S Central will attempt to improve on its 0-2 season record. The Warhorses come into the challenge with a 2-1 record after their 54-47 non-league win over Tuscola (Waynesville, NC).