In Thursday's non-league test, the A.J. Ellender Patriots (Houma, LA) basketball squad got by the host Acadiana Rams (Lafayette, LA), by a score of 42-40.

Next, the Patriots encounter the Lafayette Renaissance Charter Academy Tigers (Lafayette, LA) in a non-league test, on Thursday, December 26. A.J. Ellender will attempt to improve on its 8-6 season record. The Tigers come into the test with a 7-3 record after their 59-52 non-league win over Hamilton Christian (Lake Charles, LA).

The Rams (8-4) will now prepare for their test against Franklin (Franklin, LA). The Hornets come into the non-league test with a 7-4 record. In their last test, Franklin nudged Cecilia (Cecilia, LA), 44-40, in a non-league game.