After trips to the state quarterfinals in its last two seasons, Republic ended its volleyball season early this year. Willard knocked off Republic in the first round of the district tournament at Carthage, 26-24 16-25 25-23. Republic had beaten Willard earlier this season.
Nicole Hallam led the team with 11 kills, and Alex Botkin had 10. Botkin also had 22 digs, to go along with Mallory Long’s 19.
Jordan Jones added 19 assists, and Sarah Kreul had 16.
Republic ends its season at 18-14-1.
