Basketball
Jared Lankford: Holding on until the end
During the offseason, rule changes for what are considered unfair advantages in sports occur regularly.
Take the “Tush Push,” made famous by the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL. Effectively, it is a glorified quarterback sneak with the twist of having over 600 pounds of men gently nudging the quarterback forward to gain the necessary distance for a score or first down.
Wildcats welcome Mike Ray as head boys hoops coach
The Cassville High School boys basketball team will have a new coach for the 2025-2026 season, as the district has hired Mike Ray to lead the program beginning July 1.
Lady Tigers satisfied with title shot season
In stark contrast to the last few years, the Exeter girls basketball program has a standout 2024-2025 season.
Lady Eagles build in return year
After an absent season due to low numbers, the Purdy girls basketball team was back in action this year and building toward a revamp of the program.
Trojans building for future
Coming off back-to-back district championships, it was a tall order for the Southwest boys basketball team to reach the same heights this season.
Hard season on the hardwood
The Exeter boys basketball team endured a difficult season on the hardwood, and the Tigers are hoping young players who found their roles will grow into them in coming campaigns.
Lady ‘Cats downed in district championship
A 3-point margin at the start of the fourth quarter looked promising for Cassville, but Aurora ultimately hit their stride late and defeated the Lady Wildcats, 40-21, in the Class 4, District 12 girls basketball championship Friday in Monett.
Eagles enjoy high-flying season full of ups and downs
When it comes to entertainment value in high school hoops, the Purdy boys basketball team had no shortage this season.
15 wins and grinning
The Southwest girls basketball team enjoyed a rebounding season this year, winning nearly eight times as many games as last year.
Lady Tigers thankful for title opportunity
At the end of the 2022-2023 season, the prospect of the Exeter girls basketball team playing for a district championship was not on many’s minds — yet, 45 games removed from snapping a 60-game losing streak, that’s just what the Lady Tigers did on Saturday.
