342
That’s the number of rushing yards Republic is averaging per game through 7 contests this season. The Tigers have racked up 2,395 yards on the ground so far, accounting for over 86% of their total offensive production. Republic’s rushing attack has been dominant, with 25 touchdowns and an impressive 6.25 yards per carry average.
13.96
That’s the number of seconds that swimmer Liam Tharp shaved off his previous best times in his two most recent events. Tharp’s time in the 100-yard freestyle was 1.21 seconds better than his earlier record. And his 200-yard freestyle improved his previous best time by a whopping 12.75 seconds.
36
That’s the number of total tackles made by senior linebacker Cam Allen, who leads the Republic defense through 7 games. Allen has been a force all over the field, recording 30 solo stops and 6 assists. He’s also made plays behind the line of scrimmage, with 8 tackles for loss and a sack. Allen’s playmaking ability extends to creating turnovers – he has 2 forced fumbles and has an interception.
9
That’s the total number of punts by Republic through seven games this season – a remarkably low figure that tells us a lot about the Tigers’ offensive philosophy and execution. Even more telling is that Republic has attempted 21 fourth-down conversions, succeeding on 13 of them for a 61.90% success rate. This aggressive approach means the Tigers are often choosing to go for it rather than punt, betting on their offense to pick up crucial yardage.
20
That’s the number of home runs hit by the Republic Lady Tigers softball team during their 30-game regular season in 2024. The power surge was led by the dynamic duo of Addie Brown and Sammi Watson, who each launched a team-high 5 homers. Addison Walker wasn’t far behind, contributing 4 to the cause. This consistent power threat throughout the lineup helped Republic score 212 runs over the course of the regular season, an average of just over 7 runs per game.
6.7
That’s the number of assists per set dished out by Republic senior setter Reese Frey during the 2024 volleyball season. Frey has orchestrated the Lady Tigers’ offense with 576 total assists over 86 sets played. Her consistent ball distribution kept Republic’s attack balanced and unpredictable. But Frey’s contributions weren’t limited to setting – she has also tallied 248 digs, showcasing her defensive skills and court awareness.
73
That’s the number of total blocks recorded by Republic senior middle blocker Adison Gibbs in 2024, combining 17 solo blocks with 56 block assists. Gibbs’ presence at the net, averaging 0.8 blocks per set, is a key on the front line for the Lady Tigers’ defense. But Gibbs wasn’t just a defensive specialist – she also leads the team with a .235 hitting percentage while notching 265 kills, second-best on the squad.
4
The number of service winners that Payton Schroeder hit in a row to close out a doubles match victory in district play against Nixa. Schroeder’s four wicked serves finished her doubles victory with Brooklyn Douglas, giving Republic its only match win of the night in a 5-1 loss.