Richton Rebels (Richton, MS) supporters left the game happy Tuesday as they witnessed their basketball squad triumph over the visiting Collins Tigers (Collins, MS), 70-48 in a league match.

With the victory, Richton advances its record to 16-7 on the year. The Rebels host Heidelberg (Heidelberg, MS) to face the Oilers in a 2A Region 8 challenge on Thursday, January 16. The Oilers come into the challenge with a record of 12-9. Heidelberg won 69-44 in their recent league challenge against North Forrest (Hattiesburg, MS)

In their next game, the Tigers encounter the North Forrest Eagles (Hattiesburg, MS) in a 2A Region 8 challenge, on Friday, January 17. Collins will attempt to improve on its 5-11 season record. The Eagles come into the challenge with a 3-9 record after their 69-44 league loss to Heidelberg (Heidelberg, MS).