The Maud Cardinals basketball squad (Maud, TX), was nudged 57-55 in Saturday's non-league battle with the host Tournament Opponent (, )

With the victory, Tournament Opponent advances its record to 28-105 on the season. The travel to San Leandro (San Leandro, CA) to battle the Pirates in a non-league challenge on Saturday, December 6. The Pirates come into the challenge with a record of 3-0. San Leandro won 65-36 in their recent non-league challenge against Arroyo (San Lorenzo, CA)

Next up, the Cardinals meet the New Boston Lions (New Boston, TX) in a non-league match, on Tuesday, December 9. Maud will attempt to advance on its 8-4 season record. The Lions enter the match with a 3-2 record after their 57-47 non-league win over Hughes Springs (Hughes Springs, TX).