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Missourian Track Roundup: SEMO Conference ChampionshipsBy Tony Capobianco ~ Southeast MissourianTrack and Field athletes from all over Southeast Missouri weathered the rain to compete in the SEMO Conference championships on Saturday, April 27, at Cape Central High School. Poplar Bluff’s Darius Graham continues to dominate the competition in the high jump. He won the overall SEMO Conference title in the event and his 2.05-meter mark represents the meet’s only performance that met the MileSplit US First Team standard...
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Jackson uses early offense to beat Kennett (4/27/24)By Clay Herrell ~ Southeast MissourianRain tried to prevent the SEMO Conference Baseball semifinals from happening, but after a three-hour delay, games were able to be played. In the opening semifinal in Jackson, it was the host Indians and the tournament’s No. 1 seed, taking on the No. 4 seed Kennett Indians in a rematch of the championship from last season...
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Kelly celebrates seniors with shutout of Charleston (4/26/24)1Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratBENTON, Mo. — Despite challenges this season, Kelly left it all on the field during a 6-0 Senior Night win over Charleston. The Hawks (8-10) used a relentless first-inning offensive barrage and a dominant pitching performance for the decisive win over the Blue Jays (4-7) on Wednesday, April 24...
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A Senior Night walk-off... and a comeback to remember for SCC softball (4/26/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — The rain-soaked field shimmered under the fading daylight as Scott County Central’s Maddy Carlisle fought back tears following a Senior Night 17-7 win over Campbell. An injury had benched her this season, but not today. The score, the stats, they all seemed distant — Today, it was about lacing up her cleats one last time for the man who taught her to play, the man who cheered her on since her first swing: her father and coach, Tim Carlisle...
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Sikeston falls in overtime heartbreaker during ALS awareness match (4/26/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON, Mo. — Sikeston battled hard but ultimately fell to Hillsboro 1-0 in a dramatic overtime contest on Thursday, April 25, at the Sports Complex. The match was played in support of Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) awareness, with the Lady Bulldogs (10-9) wearing blue jerseys...
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Oran extends win streak, sets up conference showdown (4/26/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratIt's been a busy week for Oran, picking up three quality wins and earning the No. 2 seed in the upcoming MSHSAA Class 1, District 2 Tournament. The Lady Eagles (11-4) continued their winning ways with a 7-3 victory over the Portageville (15-8) Lady Bulldogs on Thursday, April 25...
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BREAKING: Semoball Awards winter sports finalists announced (4/24/24)5By Clay Herrell ~ Southeast MissourianThe Semoball Awards finalists for fall sports were announced Wednesday morning on a selection show broadcast live on SEMO ESPN Radio and streamed on the Semoball.com Facebook page. The finalists were selected by a sports panel made up of representatives from the Southeast Missourian, Standard Democrat, Dexter Statesman, Daily American Republic and Delta Dunklin Democrat...
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Portageville outslugs East Prairie (4/23/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratPORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — It was a good old-fashioned shootout at Meatte Park on Monday, with Portageville edging East Prairie 9-7 in a display of offensive fireworks. While both teams showcased firepower, the Bulldogs (21-6) ultimately had enough in the tank to outlast the Eagles (11-9)...
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Sikeston upsets Chaffee for first win, splits doubleheader with South Iron (4/23/24)By Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — Sikeston unleashed a long-awaited offensive onslaught, securing its first win of the season dominantly with a 14-2 victory over Class 2, No. 6 Chaffee on Friday, April 19. "Our offense finally came alive," said Sikeston's coach Wyatt Pratt. "We took great at-bats up and down the lineup."...
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East Prairie competes at Swing Pink Tournament after big win over Twin Rivers (4/23/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratEAST PRAIRIE, Mo. — It was a weekend of highs and lows for East Prairie softball, featuring a hard-fought district win followed by a mixed showing at the Dexter Swing Pink Tournament. The Lady Eagles (8-11-1) kicked things off Friday with a thrilling 2-1 victory over the Twin Rivers Lady Royals (9-5) where strong defense and a clutch go-ahead double by Alison Miller propelled the team to victory...
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Knight, East Prairie top Twin Rivers (4/23/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratEAST PRAIRIE, Mo. — In a battle of district rivals with playoff-seeding implications, East Prairie turned a pitcher's duel with Twin Rivers into a statement win. Owen Knight dazzled on the mound, backed by timely hitting, as the Eagles (11-9) took down a tough Royals (10-5) squad, 6-1, on Friday, April 19...
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New Madrid SB on cusp of history following rout of Bulldogs (4/22/24)Tom DavisThis week certainly won’t be an easy one for the New Madrid County Central High School varsity softball squad.
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Small-town grit fuels Griggs’ rise to UHSP basketball (4/20/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratBENTON, Mo. — Jada Griggs isn’t afraid of a challenge. The Kelly High School basketball standout recently signed to continue her athletic and academic at the University of Health Science and Pharmacy (UHSP) in St. Louis, a move that both excites and tests her desire for growth. ...
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Rylan Mills’ walk-off grand slam seals Senior Night win for Oran (4/18/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratORAN, Mo. — Oran’s Senior Night fireworks came late, but they were worth the wait as Rylan Mills crushed a walk-off grand slam in the bottom of the fifth inning, blasting the Eagles (8-4) to a 10-0 run-rule win over the Advance Hornets (2-11) on Wednesday, April 17...
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Oran turns Senior Night in slugfest, routs Charleston (4/18/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard DemocratORAN, Mo. — The hits, the runs, the cheers – it all came together for Oran on Wednesday, April 17. It was a night of celebration and a hint of bittersweetness as the Lady Eagles (7-2) celebrated Senior Night with a 16-1 win over the Charleston Blue Jays (1-9) at Oran High School...
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Kennett hires Twin Rivers' McBroom as new boys basketball coach, AD (4/18/24)2By MIKE BUHLER, Daily American RepublicThe Kennett Indians have found their next boys basketball coach and athletic director. Kennett High School has hired longtime Twin Rivers coach and high school principal Seth McBroom to succeed veteran coach and AD Jim Vaughan, who is retiring after 18 years at KHS...
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Portageville softball wins Malden Invitational on Smith’s walk-off home run (4/16/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratMALDEN, Mo. — Portageville emerged victorious at the Malden Invitational Tournament this past weekend, showcasing potent offense and resilient pitching. The Lady Bulldogs (13-6) strung together a series of impressive wins, culminating in a dramatic walk-off championship victory...
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Portageville baseball falls in championship, claims silver at Malden Invitational (4/16/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratMALDEN, Mo. — Portageville racked up multiple run-rule victories before a hard-fought loss in the finale of the Malden Invitational Tournament this past weekend. “We obviously didn’t have the finish we wanted, but overall we had a great weekend,” said Portageville coach Tyler Trover. “Scott City is a very good baseball team. They are in the midst of an incredible season and are a well-deserving champion...
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Sikeston posts record-breaking victory, wins key district match (4/16/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard DemocratFARMINGTON, Mo. — Sikeston’s girls’ soccer team had a rollercoaster weekend, showcasing both impressive highs and challenging setbacks at the Fralish Cup in Carbondale, Illinois. The Lady Bulldogs (6-6) kicked things off with a record-breaking 9-0 victory over Illinois Valley Central (0-10-1) on Friday, April 12...
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Valle Catholic remains undefeated with 10-0 win at Kelly (4/16/24)Dennis Marshall – Standard DemocratBENTON, Mo. — Valle Catholic continued its unbeaten streak with a 10-0 win at Kelly on Monday, April 18. The Class 3, No. 3 Warriors (18-0) extended their impressive run, but the Hawks (7-8) showed resilience despite the loss. “You have to tip your hat to the Valle Catholic program,” said Kelly coach Josh Hopkins. “That’s a class act program, they do everything well and are very business-like. From the first pitch, you could tell that those guys came here to take care of business...
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Portageville record-setting running back Jamarion Smith signs with SEMO (4/11/24)1Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratPORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — With every carry, Jamarion Smith is out to prove something. Few could have predicted the meteoric rise of Portageville running back, but after a quiet start to his high school career, an engine that never quits and tireless drive transformed him into a record-breaking force...
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Gutierrez nets hat trick, lifts Cape Central over Sikeston (4/11/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — Cape Central secured a decisive 4-0 victory over Sikeston in a SEMO Conference clash at Bill Lawson Memorial Field on Tuesday, April 9. The match began as a back-and-forth affair, but the Lady Tigers (4-3-0) intensity ramped up as the game progressed, ultimately overwhelming the Lady Bulldogs’ (4-5-0) defense...
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MMA's "The Prodigal Son" is Kennett's (4/10/24)Steve Hankins ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratKENNETT, Mo. - When a fighting champion is dubbed, “The Prodigal Son,” celebrate his return. But don't turn your back on him in the cage. Carlos “The Prodigal Son” McGee, 29, of Kennett, has a 7-3 record in amateur Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fights, is ranked No. 1 of 44 fighters in Mississippi, No. 12 of 164 in Missouri and Kansas, No. 35 of 704 active combatants in the Midwest, 42 of 747 in the Southeast, has won three bouts in first-round TKOs and another three in second-round TKOs...
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Tigers shut out South Pemiscot (4/10/24)By MARK J. SANDERS, Daily American RepublicNEELYVILLE — The Neelyville Tigers shut out the South Pemiscot Bulldogs 3-0 in baseball Tuesday night on a combined no-hitter. Tiger starter Zak Cowley went five innings without giving up a hit, with reliever Hixon Layton earning the save with two more innings of no-hit baseball...
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Edwards solid on mound, plate in South Pem split (4/9/24)Tom DavisThe South Pemiscot High School softball squad saw its three-game win streak halted on Monday in a 17-8 loss to Caruthersville in Steele. However, that defeat didn’t diminish how strong of play that senior Abigail Edwards exhibited on the mound and at the plate in a pair of games that day.
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Lion senior helping Senath-Hornersville in a variety of ways (4/8/24)Tom DavisWhen the Senath-Hornersville/Southland softball squad takes the field for each game, it isn’t a matter of whether or not Lion senior JADA Burlison will be in the lineup (she will be), but where Burlison will be playing defensively and where she’ll be hitting in the lineup.
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Oran wins in extras, Senciboy delivers with walkoff (4/6/24)By Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratORAN, Mo. —Oran and East Prairie battled into extra innings in a classic Scott-Mississippi Conference showdown on Thursday, April 4 at Oran High School. Oran (5-4) claimed a 3-2 victory over East Prairie (6-6) as Cooper Senciboy’s single in the bottom of the eighth inning brought home Rylan Mills for the game-winning run...
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Sikeston boys, Malden girls victorious at Twilight Relays (4/6/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — The Sikeston Twilight Relays showcased fierce competition on Thursday, April 4. On the boys’ side, Sikeston emerged victorious with a dominant 127.50 team score. Malden’s girls’ team delivered their own impressive performance, securing first place with 111.0 points...
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Spane strikes out 17, lifts Oran over East Prairie (4/6/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratORAN, Mo. — Molly Spane was nearly untouchable in Oran’s 8-6 win over East Prairie at Oran High School on Thursday, April 4. Oran’s (5-2) senior ace threw a complete-game gem, featuring 17 strikeouts and just one earned run allowed to fuel a big Scott-Mississippi Conference rivalry victory...
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Southeast Missourian Track roundup: Perryville, Sikeston showcase area's best (4/5/24)Southeast MissourianSikeston Twilight Invitational Bell City freshman Mollie Mannon won the long jump with a mark of 5.68-meters, which met the MileSplit US First Team standard. Malden’s Angela Dobbins won the high jump (1.68m) and placed 2nd in the long jump (5.52m), both marks met the MileSplit US Second Team standard...
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‘Swing into Spring with Curtis Granderson’ event to be held in Cape Girardeau (4/4/24)By Clay Herrell ~ Southeast MissourianThree-time MLB All-Star and member of the 2025 Hall of Fame Ballot, Curtis Granderson is returning to Cape Girardeau for ‘Swing into Spring with Curtis Granderson’ on Saturday, April 27, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Cape Girardeau SportsPlex. The event, hosted by People Organized to Revitalize Community Healing (PORCH) and the Cape Girardeau Parks & Recreation Department, will feature a night of stories and autographs with the former major leaguer...
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Portageville topples state-ranked Gosnell (4/4/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratPortageville continued its gauntlet of a schedule, defeating Arkansas powerhouse Gosnell in a 19-6 border battle on Tuesday, April 2. The victory marked the tenth state-ranked opponent the Bulldogs (11-4) have faced in just 15 games, a testament to their early-season challenges...
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Sikeston downs DeSoto in windy match (4/4/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — The ball wasn't just passed or kicked; it was launched, swerved, and dipped at the whim of the wind. Yet, Sikeston navigated the aerial chaos, defeating DeSoto 4-1 at Bill Lawson Memorial Field on Tuesday, April 2. “It makes everything tougher,” said Sikeston coach Gabe Dement. “I don’t care if you’re a professional or a high school player. It’s hard to control the ball when the wind is blowing 20 to 30 miles per hour.”...
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Horton, Walker power Lions in rout of Bulldogs (4/3/24)Tom DavisKENNETT – It was not surprising to anyone just how productive Senath-Hornersville/Southland softball standout Kylie Walker was in her two games on Tuesday. However, what the Lions showed in their second of two games at Indian Park in Kennett was that they are far from a one-girl show.
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NMCC ends drought with decisive win over Sikeston (4/2/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — Brady Swims was a two-way force for New Madrid County Central, earning the win on the mound and helping spark the offense in an 11-3 win over Sikeston at VFW Stadium on Monday, April 1. Swims tossed 6.2 strong innings, striking out 11 while allowing just two earned runs on four hits, and added a home run to propel the Eagles (1-5) to their first victory of the season, while the Bulldogs (0-7) winless...
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Sikeston Bulldogs rack up postseason awards (3/29/24)2Derek James ~ Special to the Standard-DemocratSIKESTON – The awards for the 2023-24 season have been unveiled in the last couple of weeks and to no surprise the Sikeston Bulldogs have been well-represented on the postseason lists. The Bulldogs had two players selected for the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association Class 5 all-state team in senior Dontrez Williams and junior P.J. Farmer...
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War Eagles success fueled Warren's rise to CMU (3/29/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — Before the college offers, there was a boy just learning to love the game. Now, years later, that passion and drive have earned Beau-Hunter Warren a roster spot with the Central Methodist University baseball team. The defining shift in his perspective began when he was about nine years old and joined the SEMO War Eagles, a travel team synonymous with success, with many of its former players moving on to college rosters...
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Oran crushes Delta with run-rule win, Sikeston falls to 0-6 (3/29/24)Staff ReportOran (4-2) soared to a 22-0 victory at Delta (1-6) on Thursday, March 28, ending the game early in five innings after inflicting the mercy rule. Parker Bryant's stellar pitching was a highlight, as he threw four hitless innings with 10 strikeouts to earn the win...
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Prep roundup: Dillinger’s gem powers Eagles past Clearwater (3/29/24)By MARK J. SANDERS, Daily American RepublicNAYLOR — The Naylor Eagles defeated the visiting Clearwater Tigers 7-4 on Thursday on the strength of a six-inning, 12-strikeout performance from starting pitcher Chase Dillinger. Dillinger gave up three runs on four hits with only one walk against the dozen strikeouts...
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Sims powers Sikeston past Kelly with another hat trick (3/28/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — For the second time in a week, Kennedi Sims’ hat trick propelled Sikeston to a commanding victory over Kelly, this time in a 6-1 conquest at Bill Lawson Memorial Field at the Sports Complex on Wednesday, March 27. Sims' scoring prowess is fueling the Lady Bulldogs’ (3-3) resurgence after the team won only four games last year. With 14 goals through just six games, they've already surpassed last season's scoring output...
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Swinging for Success: How the 'Hefty Lefty' became a leadoff machine (3/28/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — “The Professional.” That’s what Portageville coaches call Aaron Dunlap, and there’s a reason why. “He takes some of the most professional, disciplined at-bats I’ve ever had a kid take,” said Portageville baseball coach Tyler Trover. “I’ve had some good leadoff hitters but this kid is the best. He always gives a top-notch focus in practice. He is all-in to win. Kind of a quiet leader for us. But quite frankly, just an amazing kid in so many different ways.”...
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Jackson wins meet at Fox Haven C.C., medalist Christian sets new school record (3/28/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard DemocratSIKESTON — Jackson claimed the team title with a score of 298, Dexter showcased its strength with a second-place finish at 308 and Notre Dame (350) and Sikeston (356) rounded out the field during a quad meet at Fox Haven Country Club on Wednesday, March 27...
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Sikeston reverses fortune, thumps Kelly 5-1 (3/22/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratBENTON, Mo. — In a rivalry game packed with extra meaning, Sikeston delivered a statement win on Kelly at Lambert Field. The Lady Bulldogs (2-0) took complete control after halftime, overwhelming the Lady Hawks (0-2) with a relentless attack that propelled them to a 5-1 triumph on Thursday, March 21...
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No Hits, No Problem: East Prairie finds a way to edge Kelly (3/22/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratEAST PRAIRIE, Mo. — In a game where both pitchers were dealing, East Prairie clawed out a 3-1 victory over Kelly in a Scott-Mississippi Conference Showdown at H.A. Jones Memorial Park on Thursday, March 21. This one was a battle of wills on the mound. ...
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Portageville answers the bell, ropes Oran in big win (3/22/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratPORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — Putting its recent losses in the rearview mirror, Portageville delivered a 7-1 statement win over Oran at Meatte Park. Coming off back-to-back losses for the first time since 2019, the Class 2 No. 4 Bulldogs (4-3) were ready for a heavyweight bout against the Class 1 No. 2 Eagles (1-1) on Thursday, March 21...
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Dixon hits double-digit strikeouts in Charleston’s 11-3 win (3/22/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratDEERING, Mo. — Charleston’s Will Dixon showcased his talents both on the mound and at the plate in an 11-3 victory over the Delta Bobcats on Thursday, March 21. Dixon, a key part of the Blue Jays rotation, tossed 6.0 strong innings, allowing just two earned runs on three hits. He struck out 10 batters and issued three walks in a dominant performance...
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Adams ready to light up competition at Mineral Area (3/21/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — Mason Adams finds strength in three things: his faith, his family, and his ability to crush a fastball. Through these pillars, the Portageville High School senior exemplifies what it means to be a well-rounded athlete: skilled, determined, and grateful for the support that propels him forward...
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Oran opens season with shutout of Bloomfield (3/21/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratORAN, Mo. — Not taking any prisoners in its season-opener, Oran pummeled Bloomfield into submission 15-0 on Tuesday, March 19 at Oran High School. Eagles' (1-0) bats were booming, and Gabe Dirnberger brought the heat on the mound, spinning a 3.1-inning no-hit shutout despite some early baserunners...
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Two-goal debut for Sims leads Sikeston in opener (3/19/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — Sikeston might have a multi-sport star in the making with freshman Kennedi Sims. Fresh off her standout basketball season, Sims wasted no time showcasing her scoring touch on the soccer field, netting two goals to lead Sikeston to a 2-0 season-opening victory over Anna-Jonesboro on Monday, March 18 at the Sports Complex...
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Glueck powers SCC with arm and bat (3/19/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratScott County Central freshman Lainey Glueck is off to a dominant start this softball season. After an opening loss, the Bravettes (3-1) have won three straight, powered by Glueck's pitching and hitting prowess. “[Glueck] has stepped up huge for us,” said SCC coach Tim Carlisle...
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East Prairie opens season with strong rivalry win, no-hitter (3/19/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratEast Prairie opened its season with a resounding 10-0 victory over Charleston in a Mississippi County rivalry game at H.A. Jones Memorial Park on Friday, March 15. Rayne Jerrigan dominated on the mound, throwing four shutout innings with six strikeouts and limiting the Blue Jays (0-1) to just six hits...
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Peters' dominance fuels Kelly's rout of Sikeston (3/19/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — Kelly used an explosive offensive performance and strong pitching to secure a 16-1 win over Sikeston at VFW Stadium on Monday, March 18. The Hawks (1-1) racked up 13 hits, led by Kaleb Yount's 4-for-4 game with a double and four RBIs. Dalton Forck contributed a two-run homer in the seventh inning, while Nicholas Christian added three hits and scored two runs...
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Owens' hard work pays off as Charleston star earns all-state (3/19/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — Charleston's Ko'Terrion Owens defied expectations, earning a spot on the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association’s (MBCA) Class 3 All-State Team. "I never would have thought it was possible," Owens said. “It means a lot to me.” His path was far from easy. ...
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Track & Field season kicks off at the Notre Dame Frozen Invite (3/17/24)Southeast MissourianLocal athletes from all over Southeast Missouri and beyond kicked off the 2024 track and field season at the Notre Dame Frozen Invitational on Saturday, March 16, in Cape Girardeau. Five performances met the MileSplit US Second Team standard, three of which came from local athletes...
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Jenkins, Jones lead NMCC's MBCA Award sweep (3/14/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON – New Madrid County Central's championship run has earned top recognition from the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association (MBCA). Dontre Jenkins has been named Class 3 Coach of the Year, while phenom Jadis Jones claimed his second consecutive Class 3 Player of the Year Award and all-state honors...
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Irby named Bootheel Player of the Year, Fowler earns Coach of the Year (3/14/24)1Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON – After a stellar season that included a deep playoff run, Portageville's girls' basketball program dominated the Bootheel Conference Awards. Kellye Fowler was named Coach of the Year, leading a talented squad that saw sophomore Taryn Irby earn Player of the Year honors...
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Gorman finds perfect fit with Central Methodist (3/14/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — They say the best cornerbacks are rarely noticed – dictating the game in the shadows. Sikeston’s Trey Gorman took that principle to heart. Opponents actively avoided throwing his way – his 19 pass breakups and single interception spoke volumes, even within limited opportunities. His lockdown reputation, forged in the face of those challenges, ultimately earned him a spot on the Central Methodist University roster...
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Reindeer senior concludes career with 'fantastic season' (3/14/24)Tom DavisThe 2023-24 varsity boy’s basketball season at Clarkton High School wasn’t quite as successful – in terms of wins and losses – as the Reindeer followers had grown to enjoy over the past couple of winters.
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Catfish coach to bring World Series experience to Capaha (3/14/24)Tom DavisThe Cape Catfish often speak of possessing a “championship culture” in every aspect of the organization, and so bringing in a player who has first-hand experience of winning the ultimate baseball championship, a World Series, only makes too much sense.
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Mike Kilgore named Bootheel Conference Coach of the Year, Players honored (3/13/24)Steve Hankins ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratMALDEN, Mo. - Green Wave basketball head coach Mike Kilgore was named Bootheel Conference Coach of the year. "Southeast Missouri basketball is rich in tradition," Kilgore said. "To be considered part of that richness that represents this state is pretty awesome."...
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One Dream, One Team, One Shot: Kayden Minner's unforgettable state championship moment (3/12/24)4Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON, Mo. — For a long time Kayden Minner fought to picture his graduation with anything but a sense of loss. But even in the cruelty of competition, there’s room for incredible victories. No high school athlete should have a medical chart as thick as their playbook, yet that's the reality he faced with three knee injuries and countless hours of rehab — a career that was a constant battle against injury, his body seemingly conspiring against his dreams...
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Ruff saves best for last (3/12/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — AJ Ruff wasn't supposed to steal the spotlight. Known for his slick passing, tenacious defense and steady hand guiding the New Madrid County Central offense, not the one dropping daggers. But, in the most high-stakes moments at the MSHSAA Class 3 State Championship Game, a new Ruff emerged – confident, clutch, and essential to NMCC's victory...
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Title Defense Complete, Legacy Secured: Brotherhood breeds back-to-back state titles for NMCC (3/11/24)1Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratCOLUMBIA, Mo. — Through victory and adversity, the seniors of New Madrid County Central faced every battle as a united front. Fighting back-to-back, locked arm-in-arm and constantly pushing each other to be better. It was that unshakeable brotherhood — the foundation of success — that elevated the Eagles (28-3) to a second consecutive MSHSAA Class 3 Show-Me Showdown Title with a resounding 86-65 win over Summit Christian Academy at Mizzou Arena on Saturday, March 9...
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Sikeston falls in quarterfinals to Vianney (3/9/24)36Derek James ~ Special to the Standard-DemocratKIRKWOOD, Mo. – The Sikeston Bulldogs knew what they had to do to defeat Vianney in the Class 5 quarterfinals. Executing that game-plan, however, was problematic. The Golden Griffins seemed to have answers for everything the Bulldogs threw at them as they defeated Sikeston 71-54 on Saturday afternoon at St. John Vianney Catholic High School...
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NMCC wears down Thayer, advances to Class 3 title game (3/9/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratCOLUMBIA, Mo. — From the opening bell, New Madrid County Central didn't just defend the court against Thayer, they owned it. The No. 1 Eagles’ (27-3) were a vise, squeezing the No. 3 Bobcats (22-9) into submission during the 57-44 victory in a semifinal bout Friday night at the 2024 Show-Me Showdown at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Missouri...
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Quincy lands Sikeston powerhouse Keodrick Sherrod (3/8/24)1Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — Game film doesn't lie. Watch Keodrick Sherrod run, and a few things become clear: this kid hits the hole with force, runs with a low center of gravity, and sheds tacklers. His hard-charging style makes defenders flinch and linebackers brace for impact...
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Strikeouts and Second Chances: Mallory Lemonds signs with Mineral Area College (3/8/24)By Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratBENTON, Mo. — A back brace was a stark reminder of what Mallory Lemonds had lost. Months earlier, she dominated on the mound. Then, a devastating injury threatened to derail her dreams. But beneath that physical constraint, beneath the months of rehab and uncertainty, her determination only hardened. That resolve was rewarded as the Kelly High School senior inked her future with Mineral Area College, securing her place back on the diamond...
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Kennett Lady Indian frosh phenom rips 645 (3/8/24)Steve Hankins ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratKENNETT, Mo. - The Lady Indians varsity basketball program features three sisters. All are freshmen. All are athletic. One shattered a near 30-year title for points scored by a freshman in a single season. Alyce Edwards, a cute, tiny, soft-spoken wisp of a girl, nuked Kennett great Brandi Jackson's 1994 record of 448 by nearly 200 points when Edwards dropped 645 this season...
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South Pemiscot boys take fourth at state, close year with promising performance (3/7/24)By Cole Lee ~ Southeast MissourianSouth Pemiscot’s magical run to a program-first final four came to a bitter end on Thursday afternoon, dropping the Class 2 third-place game to Salisbury 77-66. Holding a double-digit lead for much of the early goings of the contest, South Pemiscot showed it had the firepower to take the win but couldn’t ice it out down the stretch...
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Kennett AD Jim Vaughan retires after 18-year career (3/7/24)2Steve Hankins ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratKENNETT, Mo. - After nearly two decades of solid leadership, Kennett High School Athletic Director Jim Vaughan bids the district farewell at the end of the spring semester. Vaughan, 53, who resides now at Poplar Bluff, retires after 18 years of service as both coach and director and spent time with the Delta Dunklin Democrat looking back on his career...
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South Pemiscot boys’ deep run ends in crushing semifinal loss at state (3/6/24)By Cole Lee ~ Southeast MissourianTasked against one of the top Class 2 boys teams in the state, South Pemiscot’s semifinal came to a disheartening end on Wednesday afternoon as Hartville took the reins early on and took a big 44-27 victory. Making an appearance in the final four for the first time in school history and taking the floor at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Missouri, the Bulldogs got under the bright lights but fizzled out after a strong start...
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Work, time has carried South Pemiscot basketball to this point (3/6/24)Tom DavisIn Jordan McGowan’s view, the journey South Pemiscot High School varsity basketball has taken today has needed a village to construct, and no shortage of diligence.
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NMCC sends message with 70-38 quarterfinal win over Kingston (3/5/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratPARK HILLS, Mo. – New Madrid County Central’s 70-38 quarterfinal round win over Kingston wasn’t so much a contest as it was a statement to the rest of the Class 3 Field. The final score doesn’t do justice to how thoroughly the No. 1 Eagles (26-3) dominated, exposing the vast gulf between the two teams and their athletic edge against the Cougars (19-10) at Parks Hills Central High School on Saturday, March 2...
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South Pemiscot hoops rides tough schedule en route to maturity (3/5/24)Tom DavisWith less than 90 seconds remaining in its MSHSAA Class 2 Quarterfinal 1 game with Puxico on Saturday, the South Pemiscot boy’s basketball squad came over to the bench for a timeout following an Indian basket, which put Puxico up 46-43. “They could have given up, right there,” fourth-year Bulldog coach Jordan McGowan recalled. “Puxico had hit a big dagger on us. I kind of felt the air come out of the sail a little bit.”
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Portageville's season ends in quarterfinal loss to Principia (3/5/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratPORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — The final buzzer sounded on Portageville’s season, the 50-42 Class 2 quarterfinal loss to Principia marking a heart-wrenching end to the team’s incredible journey on Friday, March 1. As the game unfolded, the Lady Bulldogs (23-6) confidence grew, the execution sharpened, and they battled toe-to-toe with the No. 5 Lady Panthers (22-7), but initial struggles ultimately proved too much to overcome...
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Cape Catfish hire experienced, successful Texan to guide team in 2024 (3/4/24)1Tom DavisThere is a level of expectation that comes with signing up to be a part of the Cape Catfish baseball organization, and Phil Butler doesn’t find that intimidating, he embraces it.
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Big second half lifts Sikeston over Bluff in district semifinal, 82-61 (3/2/24)1Derek James ~ Special to Standard-DemocratBONNE TERRE, Mo. – All season long it seemed that Sikeston and Cape Central were on a collision course to meet in the Class 5, District 1 championship game. Saturday’s semifinal games may have been a bit more competitive than most thought it would be, but the matchup became official after top-seeded Sikeston used a big second half to pull away from fourth-seeded Poplar Bluff 82-61; and then second-seeded Cape Central held off a furious rally from third-seeded Farmington to win 52-47.. ...
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C4D1 BKB: Dexter holds off Kennett after late, furious Indian rally (3/1/24)Tom DavisSTE. GENEVIEVE – For 28-plus minutes of its MSHSAA Class 4 District 1 boy’s basketball game against Dexter on Thursday, Kennett struggled at both ends of the court.
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Sikeston rolls in district opener, defeats North County 90-35 (2/29/24)1Derek James ~ Special to the Standard-DemocratBONNE TERRE, Mo. – After an outstanding regular season, the Sikeston Bulldogs lost their first and only game one week ago to a talented Father Tolton Catholic squad in Columbia. There were questions on how the Bulldogs would respond after having their undefeated season snapped in the regular season finale, but Sikeston took care of business on Thursday in the Class 5, District 1 opener, dispatching of tournament host and eighth-seeded North County, 90-35...
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Tempers flare in sectional showdown, NMCC claims hard-fought win over Charleston (2/29/24)2Dennis Marshall - Standard-DemocratCHARLESTON, Mo. — Emotions boiled over as New Madrid County Central’s fight for back-to-back state titles took a chaotic turn in a heated 74-55 sectional round win at Charleston on Tuesday, Feb. 27. Both teams put in the work, scrapping for every board and loose ball, the intensity reflecting the high stakes of the rivalry matchup. However, it was the Class 3 No. 1 Eagles’ (25-3) championship mettle and veteran poise that ultimately outmatched the Bluejays (14-15) and the charged atmosphere...
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C4D1: Third quarter surge leads Notre Dame by Kennett (2/29/24)By Clay Herrell ~ Southeast MissourianIt was a tale of two halves on Wednesday night in the Class 4 District 1 semifinal matchup between Kennett and Notre Dame. When the final horn sounded, the Bulldogs emerged victorious with a 71-54 win to earn a trip to the C4D1 title game. “I saw an incredibly talented, skilled and hard-working Kennett team that gave us one of the toughest games we’ve played this year,” Bulldogs head coach Kirk Boeller said. “In the first half, 100% of the credit goes to Kennett.”...
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C5D1 GBK: Defense sparks Sikeston’s win over Windsor (2/29/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratHILLSBORO, Mo. — Wham! Bam! Pow! Sikeston landed blow after blow on Windsor, its pressure defense and explosive offense proving too much in a 75-59 opening-round victory in the MSHSAA Class 5 District 1 Tournament at Hillsboro High School on Wednesday, Feb. 28...
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C1S1 BKB: Rebels get revenge on Reindeer in convincing fashion (2/29/24)Tom DavisESSEX – A year ago, the Richland (Essex) boy’s basketball squad was riding the euphoria of winning the first MSHSAA Class 1 District 2 District title in decades and promptly went out in the Sectional round and lost to Clarkton 47-44. The 2023-24 version of the Rebels didn’t allow that missed opportunity to have a chance of happening again on Tuesday, as they handed the Reindeer a 48-33 loss in the MSHSAA Class 1 Sectional 1 at Richland (Essex) High School.
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Portageville defies all odds, erases 20-point second-half deficit in a sectional stunner (2/27/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratNEELYVILLE, Mo. – Sometimes, the script flips in an instant. For Portageville, its MSHSAA Class 2 Sectional showdown against Neelyville seemed all too familiar. Yet, when all hope appeared lost, a spark of defiance ignited, and the impossible became reality...
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C3D1 BKB: NMCC rolls to fourth straight district championship (2/27/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratPORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — New Madrid County Central proved once again that its talent is simply on another level with an 86-56 win over Malden in the MSHSAA Class 3, District 1 Tournament on Saturday, Feb. 24. Fueled by the star power of Jadis Jones and BJ Williamson, the top-ranked Eagles (24-3) cruised the victory over the Green Wave (21-6), taking another step on their quest to defend their state title...
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SEMO Baseball reloads through JUCO transfers (2/27/24)2By Tony Capobianco ~ Southeast MissourianSoutheast Missouri State outfielder Michael Mugan hit his fourth home run of the season to lead the Redhawks to a series-salvaging 10-3 win over St. Thomas on Sunday, Feb. 25, at Capaha Field. "Kind of a frustrating weekend for us on a lot of parts," Mugan said. "We were struggling to let the ball get to us coming off that weekend at Dallas Baptist. We were out in front all weekend and we made some adjustments as a team where we weren't gonna get beat deep and just kind of let it come to me."...
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Breaking: Semoball Awards fall sports finalists announced (2/26/24)By Tony Capobianco ~ Southeast MissourianThe Semoball Awards finalists for fall sports were announced Monday morning on a selection show broadcast live on SEMO ESPN Radio and streamed on the Semoball.com Facebook page. The finalists were selected by a sports panel made up of representatives from the Southeast Missourian, Standard Democrat, Dexter Statesman, Daily American Republic, and Delta Dunklin Democrat...
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C3D1 BKB: Malden rallies for revenge over East Prairie (2/24/24)Dennis Marshall – Standard DemocratPORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — Malden and East Prairie waged a thrilling battle in the MSHSAA Class 3, District 1 Semifinal matchup on Thursday, Feb. 22. But in the end, the second-seeded Green Wave (21-5) emerged victorious with a 60-49 win over the third-seeded Eagles (21-7), avenging a recent loss and settling this season's rivalry in the process...
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C3D1 BKB: Jones’ surge leads NMCC past Portageville (2/24/24)By Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratPORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — Jadis Jones's 31-point outburst powered New Madrid County Central to an 80-52 victory over Portageville in the MSHSAA Class 3, District 1 semifinal on Thursday, Feb. 22. The fourth-seeded Bulldogs (17-11) challenged the top-seeded Eagles (23-3) throughout the first half, trailing by just 35-33 at the break. However, Jones took over after halftime, scoring 15 points in the third quarter alone to propel the team to a decisive win...
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District roundup: Neelyville, Twin Rivers win titles (2/24/24)By MIKE BUHLER, Daily American RepublicVAN BUREN — The third was a charm for the Neelyville Lady Tigers against the East Carter Lady Redbirds. After losing to East Carter by four and eight points, respectively, in the regular season, Neelyville used a hot start Friday night to fuel a 75-63 win over the Lady Redbirds in the MSHSAA Class 2 District 2 championship game at Van Buren High School...
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Veteran Oran hoop coach calls it a career after storied run (2/23/24)3Tom DavisBLOOMFIELD – Midway through its MSHSAA Class 2 District 3 semifinal boy’s basketball game on Thursday against top seed Puxico, Oran had pulled to within 43-40 and were scaring the bejesus out of any fan wearing orange and black. “Oran is always going to be prepared,” Indian coach Bryant Fernetti said after his team pulled away for a 74-62 win. “They are probably going to change things up, give you different looks, and they are going to play really, really hard.” That last statement couldn’t describe a team coached by veteran Eagle coach Joe Shoemaker more so.
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Collier signs letter of intent (2/23/24)Risco High School's Natalie Collier committed to playing volleyball at Williams Baptist University at Walnut Ridge, Ark., under Coach Michelle Lawson. Collier plans to major in Sports Management and Marketing while attending university. Pictured, front row from left, are: Monica Collier (mom), Natalie Collier, Risco head volleyball coach Jessie King; (back row, from left) Risco Athletic Director Brandon Blankenship, Risco Schools Supt. Dr. Amy Baker, Risco Assistant Coach Jon Smith...
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Clarkton, Cooter face off at C1D1 Final (2/23/24)Steve Hankins ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratCLARKTON – Four teams entered Thursday's Class 1 District 1 semifinal round. Two advanced to Saturday's final. The No.1-seeded Cooter Wildcats (17-10) defeated No.4-seeded Delta C-7 (Deering) Chargers (9-16) and No.3-seeded Clarkton Reindeer (9-18) edged out No.2-seeded Gideon Bulldogs (8-19) in an upset win...
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CJ Wallace: Sophomore hits 1,000 (2/23/24)1CLARKTON – When we take a look at outstanding high school basketball players whose careers sometimes culminate with 1,000 points, generally we consider seniors exiting their programs on high notes. Delta C-7 (Deering) Charger Carlos “CJ” Wallace eclipsed 1,000 at Thursday's C1D1 Tournament at Clarkton...
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Doniphan holds out for win on Kennett's senior night (2/23/24)Christian Johnson ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratThe Kennett boys basketball team honored three seniors who have fought resiliently through a difficult season on Thursday, according to head coach Fred Garmon, but the Indians' late comeback against Doniphan wasn't enough for a win as the Dons came out on top 70-64...
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C2D1: Hayti ends Tigers’ season in district semis (2/23/24)By MARK J. SANDERS, Daily American RepublicHOLCOMB — The Neelyville Tigers season ended Thursday night in a heartbreaking 71-60 loss to the Hayti Indians in their second-round Class 2 District 1 game at Holcomb High School. The Tigers received a first-round bye as the top-seeded team, while Hayti, the fifth seed, beat fourth-seeded Bernie 50-39 on Tuesday night...
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Slow start dooms Sikeston as Jackson storms to victory (2/22/24)1Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — Jackson stormed past Sikeston 50-29 at the Field House on Wednesday, Feb. 21, ending the Lady Bulldogs' (11-12) five-game winning streak. The Lady Indians (14-8) came out firing, with Lilly Watkins scoring all 10 of her points in the first quarter to help build a 21-7 lead...
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C3D1 BKB: Portageville edges Caruthersville in dramatic finish (2/22/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratPORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — Controversy and clutch plays defined the final seconds of Portageville’s 75-74 victory over Caruthersville in a MSHSAA Class 3 District 1 Tournament opener on Tuesday, Feb. 20, as a technical foul for a premature celebration became the turning point in a stunning finish...
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C1D2 BKB: SCC rallies for 73-65 win over Delta (2/22/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratESSEX, Mo. — Despite missing key players, Scott County Central refused to go down without a fight, pulling off a thrilling 72-65 victory over Delta in the opening round of the MSHSAA Class 1, District 2 Tournament on Tuesday, Feb. 20. "We knew we were walking into this one with a short bench,” said SCC coach Tim Carlisle. ...
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C2D1 BKB: Neelyville to get defensive with Hayti (2/22/24)Tom DavisFor anyone curious as to why the Neelyville High School boy’s basketball squad is having its best season in several years, they can simply look at how the Tigers defend on each possession.
DDD Sports
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SEMO Conference Track Meet at Cape Central (4/28/24)
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SEMO Conference Tournament: Kennett vs Jackson (4/27/24)
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Soccer: Hillsboro at Sikeston (4/26/24)Photos from Hillsboro 1-0 overtime win over Sikeston at the Sports Complex on Thursday, April 25, 2024.
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Softball: Campbell at Scott County Central (4/26/24)Photos from Scott County Central 17-7 win over Campbell on Senior Night on Thursday, April 25, 2024.
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Baseball: Charleston at Kelly (4/26/24)Photos from Kelly's 6-0 Senior Night win over Charleston on Wednesday, A!pril 22, 2024.