Willard jumped ahead of Republic 2-0 Tuesday, and held on for a 2-1 COC soccer victory at Willard.
Republic’s lone goal came from Paul Adams, closing the gap to 2-1. But Republic couldn’t get the equalizer despite an intense effort in the second half.
Republic is home again Thursday for a COC match against Neosho.
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