Fans at Monday's non-league challenge between the Gainesville Bulldogs (Gainesville, MO) and the host Alton Comets (Alton, MO), saw Gainesville's basketball squad overcome Alton by a tally of 79-70.

With the victory, Gainesville improves its record to 3-2 on the campaign. The Bulldogs travel to Norwood (Norwood, MO) to confront the Pirates in a non-league challenge on Tuesday, December 27. The Pirates come into the challenge with a record of 7-2. Norwood won 68-59 in their recent non-league challenge against Winona (Winona, MO)

Next up, the Comets confront the Lesterville Bearcats (Lesterville, MO) in a non-league challenge, on Saturday, January 7. Alton will attempt to improve on its 4-4 season record.