Eight different Lady Tigers scored as Republic won another tournament championship with a 59-34 win over the host team in the Nevada Tournament. Sarah Kreul led Republic with 14 points and Alice Heinzler added 11.
The Lady Tigers only led 16-11 after the first period, but scored 20 points in the 2nd quarter to lead 36-21 at half. The Republic defense cracked down in the 3rd quarter, allowing just one field goal in eight minutes, to extend their lead to 49-24.
Republic also improved on its recent struggles at the free throw line, hitting 20 of 25.
Alice Heinzler, Sarah Kreul, and Alex Botkin were named to the all-tournament team.
The win improves Republic’s record to 16-0. The overall record of all the girls basketball programs is 70-0 this season.