The Monett Waterthrashers swim team completed its season by hosting the league A division meet, held at the Monett Area YMCA on Aug. 1 and 2. 

The Monett Cubs soccer team will have a much different look on the field this fall, but longtime head coach Cristobal Villa believes the foundation of the program remains strong.

Monett volleyball enjoyed one of its best seasons in recent history in 2025, and the Lady Cubs hope a talented group of returning upperclassmen can help carry that momentum into the new season.

Monett students, fans and local businesses will soon benefit from a new video board planned for Burl Fowler Stadium.

The foundation has been laid — now, the Monett Cubs are looking to take the next step.

Entering her second season at the helm of the Monett Lady Cubs softball program, head coach Kaesha George knows this year’s team will rely heavily on youth. Rather than viewing that as a challenge, she sees it as an opportunity.

After finishing the 2025 season with a 5-6 record, the Monett football team will look to take another step forward in year three under head coach Ben Mauk.

For Eliza Hewitt, becoming an educator was her life’s ambition and passion. 

2026 Big 8 All-Conference Samuel Carr, 1st Team infield Carson Burtrum, senior, 2nd Team pitcher Brayden Seitz, junior, 2nd Team outfield Carson Burtrum, senior, 2nd Team outfield Dylan Washick, junior,…