RC 7th Graders take Smith Center Tourney

The JH basketball teams from Republic County traveled to Smith Center on Saturday, December 10th.  In 7th grade girls action, the Lady Buffs defeated Smith Center (31-4) and Beloit (18-17) to take first place!

The 8th grade girls knocked off the hosts in round one, 19-18, but fell to Beloit 17-14 to finish in 2nd.

The boys played at the high school, and the 7th grade defeated the Redmen  43-22, before falling to Norton in the championship, 38-48.

The 8th graders played well until the second half of their last game, defeating Smith Center 46-30, and falling to Beloit, 47-61 after leading 24-22 at half time.

Congrats to the players and coaches on a great weekend!