In Wednesday's non-league match, the host Hillcrest Patriots basketball team scored a tight 53-51 triumph over the Hazel Green Trojans.

In their next game, the Patriots meet the American Christian Academy Patriots (Tuscaloosa, AL) in a non-league match, on Tuesday, January 3. Hillcrest will attempt to move on its 3-3 season record. The Patriots enter the match with a 8-6 record after their 85-59 non-league loss to John Carroll Catholic (Birmingham, AL).

With the defeat, Hazel Green moves to 2-9 on the year. The Trojans travel to Keith (Orrville, AL) to meet the Bears in a non-league match on Thursday, December 22. The Bears enter the match with a record of 4-7. Keith won 61-60 in their recent non-league match against Southside (Selma, AL)