Friday’s matchup between Webb City and Republic looked eerily similar to the two team’s last matchup in the Class 5 state semifinals from last season.
The result was also the same with the Tigers coming out on top 15-13.
Republic got what would prove to be a 22-yard game-winning field goal from Elijah Phirl with 11:12 left in the game.
On the final drive of the game, Webb City marched into the Republic red zone with under a minute left in the game. Last season, it was an interception by Republic when Webb City entered the red zone that ended the game. This season, it was a stand on 4th down. On fourth-and-three from the Republic nine, Webb City ran straight ahead and got nowhere to end the game and keep Republic unbeaten in COC West play.
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Republic was dominant in most facets of the game with a 30:50 time of possession to 17:10 for Webb City. The Tigers also out-gained Webb City 410 to 259 yards.
Preston McCracken led the charge for Republic with 15 carries for 124 yards and a touchdown.
The win sets up a showdown with fellow unbeaten COC West team Carthage next week. The winner will have sole possession of first place in the conference.
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