The John Ehret Patriots basketball squad (Marrero, LA), was outscored 53-44 in Friday's non-league battle with the host Chalmette Owls (Chalmette, LA)

With the victory, Chalmette advances its record to 6-6 on the year. The Owls host Hammond (Hammond, LA) to meet the Tornadoes in a non-league challenge on Saturday, December 13. The Tornadoes come into the challenge with a record of 7-3. Hammond won 53-39 in their recent non-league challenge against GEO Next Generation (Baton Rouge, LA)

In their next game, the Patriots battle the Belle Chasse Cardinals (Belle Chasse, LA) in a non-league challenge, on Wednesday, December 17. John Ehret will attempt to improve on its 3-7 season record.