Simpson Academy Cougars (Mendenhall, MS) supporters left the game happy Thursday as they witnessed their basketball squad triumph over the host Wayne Academy Jaguars (Waynesboro, MS), 41-12 in a league match.

With the victory, Simpson Academy advances its record to 12-1 on the year. The Cougars host Leake Academy (Madden, MS) to face the Rebels in a match on Friday, January 3. The Rebels enter the match with a record of 0-0.

The Jaguars now own a 0-1 record.