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Why Nixa basketball is OK with playing in third-place game after Class 6 semifinal heartbreak

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Nixa basketball coach Brock Blansit had never wanted to coach in a third -place game.

The Eagles lost 61-50 to Oak Park in a Missouri Class 6 semifinal game on Wednesday .

The top-ranked Northmen shot 50% in the second half after being held to 28.6% in first half .

"I'm glad that we have another game. I can't tell you guys how much fun I've had with these guys," coach says.

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