SCOOBA, Miss. (Interstat) — The Mississippi Gulf Coast Bulldogs cruised to a 97-69 men’s junior college basketball victory over the East Mississippi Lions on Thursday night.

Gulf Coast established control early, building a double-digit lead by halftime and extending it throughout the second half. The Bulldogs’ offense proved consistently efficient, securing the decisive road win.

The victory improves Gulf Coast’s overall record to 13-3. East Mississippi falls to 9-11 with the loss. The Bulldogs were projected as favorites entering the contest.