Republic blasts Buffalo in Blue & Gold tourney opener

Republic scored the first 20 points of the game in a blowout win over Buffalo to open the Blue & Gold Tournament at JQH Arena Monday, 76-25. Four different players scored in double figures for Republic, led by Jordan Douglas, who came off the bench to score 14.
“It’s great to be able to get a win and get a lot of guys experience in the Blue & Gold Tournament,” said coach Tim Brown. “It’s a brutal tournament, and if you can rest your guys and steal minutes for them throughout this tournament, it’s definitely in your favor.”
Republic led 26-2 at the end of the first quarter. With several starters on the bench in the second quarter, Republic outscored Buffalo 15-9 to take a 41-11 lead into the halftime break.
Republic improved to 5-3. The Tigers advanced to the quarterfinals to play Ava.
Republic Scoring
Jordan Douglas 14, Brenley Hagewood 12, Ahlante Askew 11, Devon McMillin 11, Gavyn Beckner 8, Khamari Edwards 8, Landon O’Dell 5, Joe Rexroat 4, Gunner Ellison 3.