After placing first in their division, the third-grade Cassville Wildcat Mighty Mite football team finished second at the Tournament of Champions in Harrison, Ark., falling to Seneca in the championship. On Saturday, the team earned a 12-6 win against Carthage, and in the championship on Sunday afternoon, after two lightning delays, the Wildcats suffered a 26-0 loss against the undefeated Indians. “After eating dust all year from the practice field, taking on any team that would play us even if they were older and fighting through lightning breaks and pouring rain, this group of first-year Wildcats fought their way through to the championship game,” said Head Coach Bobby Meek. “We are really proud of this group of boys, coaches and parents for all of their support and belief.” Pictured in the group photo, front row, from left: Kysen Fare, Ethan Anders, Mitchell Davidson, Beckett Stehlik, Titus Benton, Isiah Horton and DJ West. Middle row: Keegan Thompson, Colten Farrington, Brantley Stubblefield, Kannon Scott, Gerald Mayes, Riley Hayword, Alex Young, Reef Mclntyre, Lincoln Allen and Steven Hall. Back row: Brent Thompson, Bobby Meek, Todd Mclntyre, Eli Stehlik, Steven Hall, Briar Meek and David Ross. Photos courtesy of DJ Photography
