Vicksburg High linebacker Dennis Battle had six total tackles, two tackles for loss, and one interception that he returned 43 yards to set up a touchdown in a 42-20 victory over Ridgeland on Oct. 14.

The Gators (6-2, 6-0 MHSAA Region 2-5A) host Neshoba Central (6-2, 6-0) Friday at 7 p.m. at Memorial Stadium, and can clinch their first region championship in 32 years with a victory.