In Thursday's non-league test, the John Marshall Rockets (Rochester, MN) basketball squad got by the visiting Rosemount Irish (Rosemount, MN), by a final score of 69-64.

Next, the Rockets clash with the Anoka Tornadoes (Anoka, MN) in a non-league test, on Friday, December 27. John Marshall will attempt to upgrade on its 4-1 season record. The Tornadoes come into the test with a 6-1 record after their 79-54 league win over Coon Rapids (Coon Rapids, MN).

The Irish (1-4) will now prepare for their test against Eastview (Apple Valley, MN). The Lightning come into the AAAA Section 3 test with a 3-3 record. In their last test, Eastview was nipped by Shakopee (Shakopee, MN), 69-40, in a non-league test.