Area schools closed out their pre-Christmas basketball schedules with a flurry of games last week. Above, McLoud’s Luke Norwood (11) drives while Prague’s Blestin Miller defends during Prague’s 61-57 victory. The unbeaten Red Devils are ranked No. 3. Photo/Brian Blansett. Below, Braxton Bussell (5) pursues a loose ball during Meeker’s overtime win over Varnum. Also pictured is Ean Watham (23). Photo/Robyn Miller. Top left, Dale’s Tray Chambers eyes up his defender before he elevates and shoots over him. Photo/Rick Hester. Above left, Lexsey Trevizo (23) puts in a basket for the Prague girls against McLoud. Photo/Brian Blansett. Below left, Meeker’s Annsley Babek (25) controls a loose ball against Varnum. Photo/Robyn Miller. Bottom left, Karsen Griggs (14)and Gracee Waller (23) contend for a rebound for Dale against Christian Heritage.