In Tuesday's non-league match, the host Central Bulldogs basketball team scored a decisive 78-47 triumph over the Republic Tigers.

In their next game, the Bulldogs face the West Plains Zizzers (West Plains, MO) in a Ozarks match, on Friday, January 5. Central will attempt to move on its 10-1 season record. The Zizzers enter the match with a 2-7 record after their 77-64 league loss to Glendale (Springfield, MO).

With the defeat, Republic moves to 7-3 on the year. The Tigers host Joplin (Joplin, MO) to face the Eagles in a Central Ozarks match on Friday, January 12. The Eagles enter the match with a record of 2-8.