In Tuesday's league test, the Independence Wildcats (Independence, MS) basketball squad got by the visiting Holly Springs Hawks (Holly Springs, MS), by a final score of 69-66.

Next, the Wildcats clash with the Rosa Fort Lions (Tunica, MS) in a 3A Region 2 test, on Thursday, December 12. Independence will attempt to upgrade on its 8-2 season record. The Lions come into the test with a 8-1 record after their 79-39 non-league win over Varsity Opponent (, ).

The Hawks (6-7) will now prepare for their test against North Panola (Sardis, MS). The Cougars come into the 3A Region 2 test with a 5-5 record. In their last test, North Panola held off Hernando (Hernando, MS), 56-54, in a non-league test.