In Thursday's non-league test, the Downey Christian Patriots (Orlando, FL) basketball squad trounced the visiting Polk Christian Prep Stars (Lakeland, FL), by a score of 85-55.

Next, the Patriots encounter the Hope Academy Trojan Tigers (Groveland, FL) in a non-league test, on Saturday, March 8. Downey Christian will attempt to improve on its 22-11 season record. The Trojan Tigers come into the test with a 21-11 record after their 68-66 non-league loss to Life Christian Academy (Kissimmee, FL).