The Truman Patriots basketball squad (Independence, MO), was outscored 42-23 in Monday's non-league battle with the visiting Park Hill Trojans (Kansas City, MO)

With the victory, Park Hill advances its record to 11-7 on the year. The Trojans host Winnetonka (Kansas City, MO) to meet the Griffins in a non-league battle on Thursday, February 6. The Griffins enter the battle with a record of 3-16. Winnetonka lost 52-44 in their recent league battle against Excelsior Springs (Excelsior Springs, MO)

The Patriots now own a 3-15 record. They put it on the line next when they travel to Chrisman for a Suburban - White battle on Friday, February 7.