John Curtis Christian Patriots (River Ridge, LA) supporters left the game happy Saturday as they witnessed their basketball squad triumph over the visiting Covington Lions (Covington, LA), 87-57 in a non-league match.

With the victory, John Curtis Christian advances its record to 24-7 on the year. The Patriots host Edna Karr (New Orleans, LA) to face the Cougars in a 5A District 9 match on Saturday, January 25. The Cougars enter the match with a record of 17-14.

The Lions now own a 18-9 record. They put it on the line next when they host Hammond for a 5A District 6 match on Tuesday, January 21.