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The Wheaton girls basketball team took a leap forward this season, improving its win total and making a district championship appearance.
Linking experience to success
With the amount of experience returning to the tee box, the Cassville boys golf team has set ambitious goals this season, expecting to qualify multiple golfers to state.
Lady Eagles have high ceiling amid low wins
Two seasons removed from not having enough players to field a team, the Purdy girls basketball squad turned in three wins this year, but Coach Stephanie Heman said the record does not reflect the wins made in development.
Purdy baseball returns experience, eyes postseason run
The Purdy baseball team is entering this season with a strong returning core and loads of experience, hoping to put that combination to the test and build toward another postseason push.
Scoreboard, April 1
The Cassville baseball team wrapped up Cassville Classic tournament play last week with a 1-3 record, highlighted by a hard-fought 7-5 win over Mt. Vernon.
Softball team named Academic All-state
The following CHS softball players have earned Softball Academic All State Honors, front row, from left: Kierstan Fare, Nevaeh Johnson, Tyra Sturgell and Tomi Blankenship. Back row: Alex Holycross, Madison Yockey, Brianna Still, Addy Ramaeker and Briley Artherton.
7 Wildcats named Academic All-State
The following CHS football players have earned Football Academic All State Honors, from left: Kamden Beebe, Andon Goutney, Tristan Thompson, Gunner Knight, Sky Yang, Harley Madison and Preston Driskill.
Young Trojans find ways to grow
The Southwest boys basketball team turned in an 8-17 record this season, and when considering their youth and the progress made, Coach Jeff Treat graded the campaign at a B+.
‘Cats prowl with a process
With multiple returning starters, the Cassville baseball team this spring is going through a philosophy change, shifting to put greater emphasis on the process as the season gets underway.
Purdy improves on defense, meets goals
A 7-19 campaign for the Purdy boys basketball team included plenty of defensive improvement, and Coach Brad Stewart said goals for the season were met.
