Republic was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They fell 43-32 to the Curlew Cougars. Sadly, that's the second time they've come up short against the Tigers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 50-20 back in December of 2024.
Curlew got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Ellie Calhoun out in front who posted eight points and three steals. Another player making a difference was Melissa Bineau, who scored two points along with nine boards and seven steals.
Republic's defeat dropped their record down to 10-5. As for Curlew, their win bumped their record up to 9-3.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. A feisty cat fight is on tap when the Republic Tigers take on the Cusick Panthers at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday. As for Curlew, they will challenge Pateros at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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