Russell Red Devils (Russell, KY) backers were pleased Tuesday as they saw their basketball squad knock off the visiting Fairview Eagles (Ashland, KY), 77-61 in a non-league bout.

With the victory, Russell upgrades its record to 15-9 on the campaign. The Red Devils host Bath County (Owingsville, KY) to play the Wildcats in a non-league bout on Saturday, February 17. The Wildcats come into the bout with a record of 6-18.

Next up, the Eagles play the West Carter Comets (Olive Hill, KY) in a non-league bout, on Friday, February 16. Fairview will attempt to upgrade on its 7-20 season record. The Comets come into the bout with a 7-17 record after their 57-42 non-league loss to Raceland (Raceland, KY).