The Bearden Bulldogs routed the host Cleveland Blue Raiders basketball team by a final score of 69-43 in Tuesday's non-league game.

In their next game, the Bulldogs face the Independence Patriots (Charlotte, NC) in a non-league game, on Friday, December 8. Bearden will attempt to move on its 9-0 season record. The Patriots enter the game with a 3-2 record after their 54-27 non-league win over Porter Ridge (Indian Trail, NC).

With the defeat, Cleveland moves to 1-5 on the year. The Blue raiders travel to Bradley Central (Cleveland, TN) to face the Bears in a non-league game on Friday, December 8. The Bears enter the game with a record of 5-2. Bradley Central won 72-68 in their recent non-league game against Chattanooga Christian (Chattanooga, TN)