Branson Pirates (Branson, MO) backers were in high spirits Tuesday as they witnessed their basketball squad bounce the visiting Republic Tigers (Republic, MO), 70-47 in a league bout.

With the win, Branson upgrades its record to 21-1 on the season. The Pirates travel to Webb City (Webb City, MO) to encounter the Cardinals in a Central Ozarks bout on Wednesday, February 11. The Cardinals go into the bout with a record of 12-9. Webb City won 65-34 in their recent non-league bout against El Dorado Springs (El Dorado Springs, MO)

Next up, the Tigers encounter the Willard Tigers (Willard, MO) in a Central Ozarks bout, on Friday, February 13. Republic will attempt to upgrade on its 7-3 season record. The Tigers go into the bout with a 11-10 record after their 67-40 league win over Neosho (Neosho, MO).