RePublic's game on Tuesday was all tied up 29-29 at the half, but sadly for them it didn't stay that way. They took a 55-43 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Merrol Hyde Magnet Hawks. The loss continues a trend for RePublic in their meetings with Merrol Hyde Magnet: they've now lost four in a row.
It was another big night for Bennett Altepeter, who shot 54% from the field en route to 33 points and three steals for Merrol Hyde Magnet. That's the most steals Altepeter has posted since back in December of 2025. Another player making a difference was Eliot Johnson, who scored 11 points and seven rebounds.
RePublic's defeat dropped their record down to 2-16. As for Merrol Hyde Magnet, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 12-12.
Coming up, RePublic won't have much time to rest: their next contest is against Whites Creek at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. RePublic's defense better be ready for this one: the Cobras have averaged an impressive 62.5 points per game this season. As for Merrol Hyde Magnet, they will be playing at home against Hendersonville Christian Academy at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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