In Thursday's non-league test, the Northside Panthers (Houston, TX) basketball squad defeated the host North Forest Bulldogs (Houston, TX), by a final score of 53-45.

Next, the Panthers clash with the Austin Mustangs (Houston, TX) in a non-league test, on Friday, December 20. Northside will attempt to upgrade on its 2-10 season record. The Mustangs come into the test with a 8-5 record after their 86-42 non-league win over Scarborough (Houston, TX).

The Bulldogs (3-11) will now prepare for their test against Varsity Opponent (, ). The come into the non-league test with a 181-731 record.