The Rumble in the Rock Basketball Classic tipped off Tuesday evening in Calico Rock, showcasing strong performances from local teams.

The event began with the Viola Lady Longhorns securing a 59-49 victory over Hillcrest in a close matchup. The boys’ game that followed saw Hillcrest’s boys defeating Timbo with a decisive score of 56-35.

Bradford High School emerged as the highlight of the night, clinching wins in both the girls’ and boys’ contests against Alpena. The Bradford girls overcame a gritty Alpena team 48-42, while the boys displayed offensive dominance, defeating Alpena 83-64.

The Rumble in the Rock Classic continues Thursday, with the host team, Calico Rock, set to take on Riverside and Valley Springs in what promises to be another exciting evening of basketball.