Ellsworth's game back in December of 2024 was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They skirted past the Republic County Buffaloes 36-33. Given the Bearcats' advantage in MaxPreps' Kansas basketball rankings (they are ranked 129th, while the Buffaloes are ranked 280th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Ellsworth has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four contests, which provided a nice bump to their 5-3 record this season. As for Republic County, they are on a 26-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-7.
Ellsworth is taking a road trip to take on Beloit at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Beloit will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something Ellsworth surely won't give up without a fight. As for Republic County, they will host Sacred Heart on Tuesday.
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