Barton Bears (Lexa, AR) supporters left the game satisfied Saturday as they witnessed their basketball squad triumph over the host Central Cougars (West Helena, AR), 58-17 in a non-league challenge.

The Bears (14-0) will now prepare for their challenge against Lee (Marianna, AR). The Trojans come into the 2A Region 6 challenge with a 0-6 record.

In their next game, the Cougars encounter the Dumas Bobcats (Dumas, AR) in a 3A Region 8 challenge, on Tuesday, January 7. Central will attempt to improve on its 0-3 season record.