NEOSHO, Mo. — Republic earned a 21-0 win over Neosho on Friday night in Central Ozark Conference prep football action at Bob Anderson Stadium.
The Wildcats played on their new turf field for the first time, but the visiting Tigers spoiled the celebration.
After an early Neosho turnover, Republic’s Avery Moody scored on a 1-yard touchdown run with 8:54 remaining in the opening frame.
A pair of passes from QB Gavyn Beckner set up the score, including a 39-yard strike to Landon Porter.
The Wildcats turned the ball over on their second possession, as well, as Republic’s Connor Sandridge grabbed an interception.
The Tigers took a 14-0 lead when Moody scored on a 14-yard run.
The Wildcats threatened late in the second quarter, but the Tigers came up with a key stop, as Neosho turned the ball over on downs.
The hosts recovered a fumble in the third, resulting in good field position. But the Wildcats failed to score, as a key penalty and a tackle for loss halted the drive.
Next, Republic’s Moody scored from 6 yards out for the final score.
Neosho compiled 142 yards of offense, with 118 rushing and 24 passing. Republic had 310 yards of offense, 210 rushing and 100 passing.
Neosho travels to Webb City next Friday.
