Gautier Gators (Gautier, MS) supporters left the game satisfied Tuesday as they witnessed their basketball squad notch a victory over the visiting East Central Hornets (Moss Point, MS), 25-12 in a league match.

With the victory, Gautier advances its record to 2-11 on the year. The Gators host Laurel (Laurel, MS) to face the Golden Tornadoes in a 5A Region 4 match on Friday, December 13. The Golden Tornadoes enter the match with a record of 11-1. Laurel won 62-34 in their recent non-league match against St. Patrick (Biloxi, MS)

The Hornets now own a 1-2 record. They put it on the line next when they travel to Wayne County for a 5A Region 4 battle on Tuesday, December 17.