Sports

Lady Tigers pouncing on change
The Exeter volleyball team enters this season with a new head coach, a deep roster and a willingness to embrace change as the squad looks to take steps forward.
Lady Wildcats take 5 to the course
The Cassville girls golf team enters the season with plenty of room to grow, but coach Clayton Bagby said the Lady Wildcats have already shown the work ethic needed to make progress throughout the year.

Strong core returns from Final Four run
After a memorable and historic season that built excitement around the Cassville softball program, Coach Jordan Savage said the Lady Wildcats enter this fall’s campaign with momentum, experience and a determination to keep improving.

Veterans lead Lady Wildcats into new season at the net
Cassville volleyball enters the 2026 season with a veteran core, a growing program and expectations of making a deeper postseason run.

Cassville Women’s Invitational well-attended
Janie Watson, of Cassville, sends a tee shot toward the green during action at the Cassville Women's Invitational at the Cassville Golf Club on Thursday. Kyle Troutman/[email protected]

‘Cats craving another shot at ‘Ship
With a dozen starters returning to the fold, the Cassville football team is looking to return to being a district title holder.

Lady Trojans dial in on skills
This year’s Lady Trojans will look different from the group that finished 12-19-3 a season ago.

Senior-less Purdy sets sights on improvement
The Purdy volleyball team is returning from an 8-20-1 season with an experienced core, a talented freshman class and a focus on raising the standard of play.

Year in Photos — Cassville girls basketball
Publisher’s note: Throughout the summer, the Cassville Democrat will feature the best unprinted photos from each team photographed during the 2025-2026 athletics seasons. — KT

Exeter Trap takes First in Division 1
The Exeter High School Trap Team recently completed the 2026 Spring Season and attended the Missouri State High School Clay Target League state shoot in Linn Creek.




