Gilbert Tigers (Gilbert, IA) backers were in high spirits Friday as they witnessed their basketball squad thwart the visiting Carroll Tigers (Carroll, IA), 71-59 in a league bout.

With the win, Gilbert upgrades its record to 4-8 on the season. The Tigers travel to Nevada (Nevada, IA) to clash with the Cubs in a non-league bout on Monday, January 23. The Cubs go into the bout with a record of 9-4.

Next up, the Tigers clash with the North Polk Comets (Alleman, IA) in a Raccoon River bout, on Tuesday, January 17. Carroll will attempt to upgrade on its 7-5 season record. The Comets go into the bout with a 8-2 record after their 48-41 league win over Carlisle (Carlisle, IA).