In Monday's league match, the visiting Dexter Bearcats basketball team scored a decisive 76-34 triumph over the New Madrid County Central Eagles.

In their next game, the Bearcats meet the Perryville Pirates (Perryville, MO) in a non-league match, on Thursday, December 8. Dexter will attempt to better on its 1-1 season record. The Pirates enter the match with a 2-1 record after their 38-33 non-league win over Fredericktown (Fredericktown, MO).

With the defeat, New Madrid County Central moves to 0-2 on the year. The Eagles travel to Kennett (Kennett, MO) to meet the Indians in a Southeast Missouri match on Thursday, December 8. The Indians enter the match with a record of 0-0.