The top of the lineup had a great day at Nix Thursday, but it wasn’t enough to translate into a team victory. Nixa beat Republic 6-3 despite wins by Republic’s #1, Michael Nacy, and #2, Will Hyde.
Nacy and Hyde also teamed to win their doubles match, accounting for all three of the Republic wins. Nixa captured victories in #3 through #6 singles matches, and in the #2 and #3 doubles matches.
Thursday marked the first varsity match for Cory Harris. Coach Dan Vales says despite the loss, he’s still “seeing continued skills improvement” from the new players on his roster.
Next week the Tigers will face Reeds Spring at home and travel to Mount Vernon.
Results
Singles
1. Michael Nacy d. Spencer Hamilton 8-6
2. Will Hyde d. Will Eck 8-3
3. Zachary Gardner d. Eddy Elivo 8-0
4. Joey Miller d. Ryan Engert 8-1
5. Garrett Bacon d. Bradley Hendrix 8-1
6. Zachary Flint d. Cory Harris 8-3
Doubles
1. Nacy/Hyde d. Hamilton/Eck 8-3
2. Garner/Miller d. Elivo/Engert 8-3
3. Bacon/Flint d. Hendrix/Harris 8-3
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