In Thursday's non-league test, the Benton Rangers (Benton, IL) basketball squad defeated the visiting Herrin Tigers (Herrin, IL), by a score of 64-48.

Next, the Rangers clash with the Columbia Eagles (Columbia, IL) in a non-league test, on Saturday, January 18. Benton will attempt to improve on its 8-10 season record. The Eagles come into the test with a 14-4 record after their 57-35 league win over East Alton-Wood River (Wood River, IL).

The Tigers (7-13) will now prepare for their test against Sesser-Valier/Waltonville (Sesser, IL). The Red Devils come into the non-league test with a 12-4 record. In their last test, Sesser-Valier/Waltonville overcame Goreville (Goreville, IL), 41-14, in a league test.