Howell Central Spartans (St. Charles, MO) supporters left the game happy Tuesday as they witnessed their basketball squad triumph over the visiting Troy-Buchanan Trojans (Troy, MO), 62-34 in a league match.

With the victory, Howell Central advances its record to 11-9 on the year. The Spartans host Fort Zumwalt West (O'Fallon, MO) to meet the Jaguars in a Gateway - South match on Friday, February 14. The Jaguars enter the match with a record of 7-8. Fort Zumwalt West won 56-18 in their recent non-league match against Orchard Farm (St. Charles, MO)

The Trojans now own a 3-15 record. They put it on the line next when they travel to Howell North for a Gateway - South match on Friday, February 14.