Simpson Academy Cougars (Mendenhall, MS) supporters left the game happy Tuesday as they witnessed their basketball squad triumph over the visiting Lamar Raiders (Meridian, MS), 56-16 in a league match.

With the victory, Simpson Academy advances its record to 9-1 on the year. The Cougars host Copiah Academy (Gallman, MS) to meet the Colonels in a non-league match on Thursday, December 5. The Colonels enter the match with a record of 0-1. Copiah Academy lost 58-32 in their recent non-league match against Simpson Academy (Mendenhall, MS)

The Raiders now own a 0-1 record. They put it on the line next when they host Simpson Academy for a match on Tuesday, January 14.