Gold Division Champs!

Last night proved to be one to put down in the books. The Republic Tigers basketball team came from a 10 point deficit in the fourth quarter to tie the game against the Hillcrest Hornets. The boys led the game only in overtime for the first time since the first few minutes of regulation. After battling back and forth we turned out to be the stronger team that everyone knew we were and won! We only won by two points with the final score being 43-41.
It was such a great experience being there as this is my alma mater, but now even more since Steven is coaching. I have seen him get pretty excited with games before like when they won the GLVC his senior year, but this was right up there with that. Something that really stood out to me that he said was "this was always a dream of mine when I was in high school, and to be able to see these boys experience winning the Blue and Gold was great! I am so blessed to be a part of this group." Now those of you that know Steven know that he said this with the biggest smile on his face and with as much excitement as if he were playing. I wish everyone could see the "little boy" I come home with and the giddiness that basketball brings out in him.

Congratulations Tigers and Coaches! It was a wonderful week spent with you all and a great ending!