Gilbert Tigers (Gilbert, IA) backers were in high spirits Thursday as they witnessed their basketball squad bounce the host Carlisle Wildcats (Carlisle, IA), 71-46 in a league bout.

With the win, Gilbert upgrades its record to 4-6 on the season. The Tigers host Carroll (Carroll, IA) to play the Tigers in a Raccoon River bout on Friday, January 12. The Tigers go into the bout with a record of 6-3.

Next up, the Wildcats play the North Polk Comets (Alleman, IA) in a Raccoon River bout, on Friday, January 12. Carlisle will attempt to upgrade on its 2-9 season record. The Comets go into the bout with a 6-6 record after their 48-42 league win over Boone (Boone, IA).