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ZALMA – With 21 trips to the MSHSAA State Finals, including seven state championships on its resume, there isn’t much that can rattle those within the Advance High School volleyball program.

The Advance volleyball team will continue their two-time state title defense after defeating Leopold in four sets to win the Class 1 District 3 championship on Tuesday, Oct. 29 in Zalma. The Hornets were seemingly in for a long night after dropping the opening set 25-20 to the Wildcats. However, they went to work and took the next three sets, 28-26, 25-14, 25-18, to claim the title...

Check out Missouri's latest high school football rankings as St. Vincent ups its lead on the top spot in Class 1 while Jackson makes a comeback. Discover the key movements ahead of the postseason.

DEXTER – The Dexter High School volleyball squad has been in pursuit of excellence since last spring when the offseason got underway.

Get ready for postseason high school football in Southeast Missouri as Jackson holds the top spot after a dominant win over Festus. Discover the final regular season top 10 rankings and key matchups.

DEXTER - The Dexter High School football squad had an opportunity to make history on Friday in its final regular season game against Scott City at Charles Bland Stadium.

CHARLESTON, Mo. — Bernard Betts was simply unstoppable in Charleston’s 32-14 win against Sikeston at John H. Marshall Field on Friday, Oct. 25. Betts finished the day with a ridiculous 238 rushing yards and four touchdowns on just 11 carries, eclipsing the 1,000 all-purpose yards mark for the season and propelling the Blue Jays (6-3, 4-1 SEMO South) to a dominant win over the Bulldogs (3-6, 0-4 SEMO North) in each squad’s regular-season finale...

NEW MADRID, Mo. — On a night dedicated to honoring its seniors, New Madrid County Central’s grizzled veterans refused to let their final home game end in disappointment, rallying from a late deficit to secure a thrilling 28-27 victory over Portageville on Thursday, Oct. 24...

SIKESTON — On a night dedicated to celebrating their contributions, Sikeston’s seniors delivered an unforgettable performance, coasting to an 8-0 win against Hillsboro at Bill Lawson Memorial Field on Thursday, Oct. 24. The Bulldogs’ victory over the Hawks (3-19-0) was more than just a win; it was a statement of how far the team has come. Matching last season’s win total,...

With each passing week, as the SEMO Conference Central Division championship was on the line, and as the top seed in the MSHSAA Class 3 District 1 was hanging in the balance, the stakes facing the Dexter High School football squad have increased.

Statistical leaders from the Semoball coverage area through eight games. Semoball.com covers 20 local high school football programs, 18 of which field varsity teams for the 2024 season. Schools included in these totals are Cape Central, Caruthersville, Chaffee, Charleston, Dexter, East Prairie, Hayti, Jackson, Kelly, Kennett, Malden, New Madrid County Central, Perryville, Poplar Bluff, Portageville, Scott City, Sikeston and St. Vincent...

CHAFFEE, Mo. — In a heart-pounding clash at Frisco Park, Chaffee delivered a stunning 13-10 victory over Neelyville in the MSHSAA Class 2, District 1 Championship on Tuesday, Oct. 22. Despite entering the game as the lower-seeded team, the No. 6 ranked Lady Devils (24-6) proved they had the heart of a champion, securing a district title for the second year in a row with the thrilling upset over the No. 4 ranked Lady Tigers (27-2)...

EAST PRAIRIE, Mo. — In a gripping showdown that marked the culmination of the regular season, Sikeston emerged victorious at East Prairie with a 3-2 win on Monday, Oct. 21. The match, characterized by its back-and-forth nature, showcased the resilience and skill of both teams, ultimately highlighting the Lady Bulldogs’ (9-17-0) determination to close the season on a high note...

SIKESTON — Last week, in a match at New Madrid County Central, Kennedy Watson surpassed 1,000 career sets, a milestone that not only cements her legacy but also crowns her as the all-time leader in sets at Sikeston. The atmosphere was electric as the Lady Eagles graciously paused the match to honor Watson’s achievement on Oct. 17...

SIKESTON — In a match that epitomized the unpredictability and drama of high school soccer, Sikeston fell to Notre Dame in a 2-1 double-overtime thriller at the Bill Lawson Memorial Field on Monday, Oct. 17. Despite creating numerous opportunities, Sikeston's (10-6-1) inability to capitalize on chances ultimately led to the loss...

With a season record of 14 wins and just as many defeats, the Woodland High School volleyball squad can’t claim to have a winning season today. However, one would be hard-pressed to state that the Cardinals have not been successful. Of those 14 losses, nine have been in matches that Woodland won at least one set while five have been defeats in five-set thrillers.

The adage is that “Defense wins championships,” and Bloomfield High School volleyball coach Brasley Conner is aware of that.

In the MSHSAA volleyball postseason, the margin for errors shrinks dramatically, particularly as the pressure builds for a team.

The Advance High School volleyball program has averaged over 31 victories during a six-year stretch in which it has won five MSHSAA Class 1 state championships. This season, the Hornets have labored to an 18-11-2 mark, which includes defeats in five of their last eight matches. However, don’t include veteran Advance coach Erin Hoffman among those overly concerned about those numbers as the postseason looms.

St. Vincent dethrones Marionville in Missouri's Class 1 football rankings. With one week left in the regular season, find out which teams are climbing and who’s holding steady.

East Prairie dominates Charleston, climbing rankings as Poplar Bluff reclaims a spot. Jackson and St. Vincent hold top positions in Southeast Missouri's Week 9 football power rankings.

MARBLE HILL — Friday's Stoddard County Activities Association Tournament championship volleyball match between the Dexter Lady Bearcats and Advance Lady Hornets might have turned on one key stretch in the third set. With two-time defending tournament champion Advance ahead 10-9, a Klaire Essner kill ignited a 6-0 Lady Bearcats run to take the set — and ultimately take a 25-18, 18-25, 25-15, 25-20 win and their first SCAA tourney title since 2021...

DEXTER – The MSHSAA web site only ventures back through the 2010 football season for the program at Dexter High School. However, what is indisputable is the fact that the Bearcats are immersed in historic territory this season.

PORTAGEVILLE, MO. — A new standard of excellence has been set in the Bootheel Conference Tournament, as Portageville claims its fourth consecutive championship with a straight-set win over Campbell on Thursday, Oct. 17. The Lady Bulldogs (27–4-2) ascension from contender to conference powerhouse can be attributed to the exceptional guidance and game-changing smarts of coach Sasha Kellams, a former Portageville star who has brought her championship pedigree back home...

SIKESTON — It was all Sikeston in the second half during a 49-21 win over New Madrid County Central at Sikeston Public Schools Stadium on Friday, Oct. 18.  The Bulldogs (3-5, 0-4 SEMO North) rushed for nearly 400 yards in the game and outscored the Eagles (3-5, 2-2 SEMO Central) 42-7 after halftime. ...