In this edition of Senior Tributes, we honor ten Tiger soccer seniors. As always, our Senior Tribute feature is sponsored by Angela Hughes of Artistic Photography!
Congratulations to all of this year’s senior Republic athletes!
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Cody Marcotte was escorted by his parents, Len and Lisa Marcotte. Cody plays goalie and has played soccer at Republic for four years. Cody plans to attend Ozarks Technical Community College and study computer science.
Ray Rosas was escorted by his mother, Claudia Rosas. Ray plays defense and midfield and has played soccer at Republic for four years. He is a member of the A+ Program and has a 3.5 GPA. Ray plans to attend Ozarks Technical Community College and then transfer to Missouri State University.
Manny Elivo was escorted by his parents, Eddy and Ana Elivo. Manny plays defense and has played soccer at Republic for four years. He is a member of the A+ Program, National Honor Society, Key Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and Student Council. Manny has a 3.8 GPA and plans to attend Evangel University and study international business.
Colton Daniel was escorted by his parents, Dave and Angela Daniel. Colton plays defense and has played soccer at Republic for two years. He is a member of the A+ Program and the Republic Lacrosse team. Colton has a 3.5 GPA and plans to attend Missouri State University and study nursing.
Alejandro Garcia was escorted by his mother, Reyna Espinoza. Alejandro is a forward and has played soccer at Republic for one year. Alejandro plans to attend Full Sail University and study recording arts.
Julio Quezada was escorted by his parents, Julio Quezada and Sonia Contreras. Julio plays midfield and has played soccer at Republic for four years. He is a member of the A+ Program, National Honor Society, Key Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and Student Council. Julio plans to attend Missouri State University and study business.
Nate Hicks was escorted by his parents, John and Amanda Hicks. Nate plays defense and has played soccer at Republic for four years. He is a member of the A+ Program, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and the Republic High School fishing team. Nate has a 3.5 GPA and plans to attend Ozarks Technical Community College and then Evangel University to study engineering.
Mason Michaelis was escorted by his parents, Charlie and Holly Michaelis. Mason plays midfield and has played soccer at Republic for three years. He is a member of the A+ Program and DECA. Mason plans to attend the University of New Mexico and study graphic design.
Jared Wininger was escorted by his parents, Jason and Natalea Wininger. Jared plays defense and has played soccer at Republic for three years. He is a member of the A+ Program and Art Club and has a 3.3 GPA. Jared plans to attend Missouri State University and study athletic training.
Ross Berning was escorted by his parents, Jeff and Tiffany Berning. Ross plays midfield and has played soccer at Republic for four years. He is a member of the A+ Program and has a 3.5 GPA. Ross plans to attend Missouri State University and study business and architecture.
