MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Some of Mobile's first responders weren’t in their normal uniform on Friday night — they were in jerseys for the City of Mobile's Hoops and Heroes event.

New members of Mobile Fire Rescue and the Alabama National Guard took a break from their day-to-day jobs when they got on the court.

"It's a good opportunity for the guys to build relationships and, you know, blow off a little bit of that steam, that stress that they have," MFRD Training Chief Mac Weaver said.

The National Guard scored the first point with a free throw, but the MFRD was on fire throughout the rest of the game. The firefighters lit up the court, ending the game with a 50 to 35 win.

Dozens from the community came out to catch the game.

"Family, friends, and there are some local community members o

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