In Friday's non-league test, the Arcola Purple Riders (Arcola, IL) basketball squad trounced the visiting Red Hill Salukis (Bridgeport, IL), by a final score of 61-28.

Next, the Purple Riders clash with the Dieterich Movin Maroons (Dieterich, IL) in a non-league test, on Saturday, December 28. Arcola will attempt to upgrade on its 11-1 season record. The Movin Maroons come into the test with a 10-2 record after their 49-19 non-league win over Farina South Central (Farina, IL).

The Salukis (8-7) will now prepare for their test against Wayne City (Wayne City, IL). The Indians come into the Midland Trail test with a 5-7 record.