Ascension Christian (Gonzales, LA) backers were in high spirits Tuesday as they witnessed their basketball squad bounce the visiting St. John Eagles (Plaquemine, LA), 80-50 in a league bout.

With the win, Ascension Christian upgrades its record to 13-12 on the season. The travel to Ascension Catholic (Donaldsonville, LA) to clash with the Bulldogs in a 1A District 8 bout on Friday, February 2. The Bulldogs go into the bout with a record of 8-10.

Next up, the Eagles clash with the Jehovah-Jireh Warriors (Baton Rouge, LA) in a non-league bout, on Thursday, February 1. St. John will attempt to upgrade on its 3-15 season record. The Warriors go into the bout with a 2-16 record after their 52-43 league win over Family Christian (Baton Rouge, LA).