The Rolla Bulldogs tipped the host Republic Tigers basketball team by a final score of 57-53 in Thursday's non-league game.

In their next game, the Bulldogs face the Park Hill South Panthers (Riverside, MO) in a non-league game, on Saturday, December 2. Rolla will attempt to move on its 2-1 season record. The Panthers enter the game with a 1-0 record after their 40-36 league win over Blue Springs South (Blue Springs, MO).

With the defeat, Republic moves to 0-2 on the year. The Tigers host Hillcrest (Springfield, MO) to face the Hornets in a non-league game on Tuesday, December 12. The Hornets enter the game with a record of 0-0.