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Track & Field season kicks off at the Notre Dame Frozen Invite (3/17/24)Southeast MissourianLocal athletes from all over Southeast Missouri and beyond kicked off the 2024 track and field season at the Notre Dame Frozen Invitational on Saturday, March 16, in Cape Girardeau. Five performances met the MileSplit US Second Team standard, three of which came from local athletes...
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Jenkins, Jones lead NMCC's MBCA Award sweep (3/14/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON – New Madrid County Central's championship run has earned top recognition from the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association (MBCA). Dontre Jenkins has been named Class 3 Coach of the Year, while phenom Jadis Jones claimed his second consecutive Class 3 Player of the Year Award and all-state honors...
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Irby named Bootheel Player of the Year, Fowler earns Coach of the Year (3/14/24)1Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON – After a stellar season that included a deep playoff run, Portageville's girls' basketball program dominated the Bootheel Conference Awards. Kellye Fowler was named Coach of the Year, leading a talented squad that saw sophomore Taryn Irby earn Player of the Year honors...
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Gorman finds perfect fit with Central Methodist (3/14/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — They say the best cornerbacks are rarely noticed – dictating the game in the shadows. Sikeston’s Trey Gorman took that principle to heart. Opponents actively avoided throwing his way – his 19 pass breakups and single interception spoke volumes, even within limited opportunities. His lockdown reputation, forged in the face of those challenges, ultimately earned him a spot on the Central Methodist University roster...
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Reindeer senior concludes career with 'fantastic season' (3/14/24)Tom DavisThe 2023-24 varsity boy’s basketball season at Clarkton High School wasn’t quite as successful – in terms of wins and losses – as the Reindeer followers had grown to enjoy over the past couple of winters.
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Catfish coach to bring World Series experience to Capaha (3/14/24)Tom DavisThe Cape Catfish often speak of possessing a “championship culture” in every aspect of the organization, and so bringing in a player who has first-hand experience of winning the ultimate baseball championship, a World Series, only makes too much sense.
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Mike Kilgore named Bootheel Conference Coach of the Year, Players honored (3/13/24)Steve Hankins ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratMALDEN, Mo. - Green Wave basketball head coach Mike Kilgore was named Bootheel Conference Coach of the year. "Southeast Missouri basketball is rich in tradition," Kilgore said. "To be considered part of that richness that represents this state is pretty awesome."...
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One Dream, One Team, One Shot: Kayden Minner's unforgettable state championship moment (3/12/24)4Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON, Mo. — For a long time Kayden Minner fought to picture his graduation with anything but a sense of loss. But even in the cruelty of competition, there’s room for incredible victories. No high school athlete should have a medical chart as thick as their playbook, yet that's the reality he faced with three knee injuries and countless hours of rehab — a career that was a constant battle against injury, his body seemingly conspiring against his dreams...
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Ruff saves best for last (3/12/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — AJ Ruff wasn't supposed to steal the spotlight. Known for his slick passing, tenacious defense and steady hand guiding the New Madrid County Central offense, not the one dropping daggers. But, in the most high-stakes moments at the MSHSAA Class 3 State Championship Game, a new Ruff emerged – confident, clutch, and essential to NMCC's victory...
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Title Defense Complete, Legacy Secured: Brotherhood breeds back-to-back state titles for NMCC (3/11/24)1Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratCOLUMBIA, Mo. — Through victory and adversity, the seniors of New Madrid County Central faced every battle as a united front. Fighting back-to-back, locked arm-in-arm and constantly pushing each other to be better. It was that unshakeable brotherhood — the foundation of success — that elevated the Eagles (28-3) to a second consecutive MSHSAA Class 3 Show-Me Showdown Title with a resounding 86-65 win over Summit Christian Academy at Mizzou Arena on Saturday, March 9...
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Sikeston falls in quarterfinals to Vianney (3/9/24)34Derek James ~ Special to the Standard-DemocratKIRKWOOD, Mo. – The Sikeston Bulldogs knew what they had to do to defeat Vianney in the Class 5 quarterfinals. Executing that game-plan, however, was problematic. The Golden Griffins seemed to have answers for everything the Bulldogs threw at them as they defeated Sikeston 71-54 on Saturday afternoon at St. John Vianney Catholic High School...
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NMCC wears down Thayer, advances to Class 3 title game (3/9/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratCOLUMBIA, Mo. — From the opening bell, New Madrid County Central didn't just defend the court against Thayer, they owned it. The No. 1 Eagles’ (27-3) were a vise, squeezing the No. 3 Bobcats (22-9) into submission during the 57-44 victory in a semifinal bout Friday night at the 2024 Show-Me Showdown at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Missouri...
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Quincy lands Sikeston powerhouse Keodrick Sherrod (3/8/24)1Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — Game film doesn't lie. Watch Keodrick Sherrod run, and a few things become clear: this kid hits the hole with force, runs with a low center of gravity, and sheds tacklers. His hard-charging style makes defenders flinch and linebackers brace for impact...
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Strikeouts and Second Chances: Mallory Lemonds signs with Mineral Area College (3/8/24)By Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratBENTON, Mo. — A back brace was a stark reminder of what Mallory Lemonds had lost. Months earlier, she dominated on the mound. Then, a devastating injury threatened to derail her dreams. But beneath that physical constraint, beneath the months of rehab and uncertainty, her determination only hardened. That resolve was rewarded as the Kelly High School senior inked her future with Mineral Area College, securing her place back on the diamond...
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Kennett Lady Indian frosh phenom rips 645 (3/8/24)Steve Hankins ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratKENNETT, Mo. - The Lady Indians varsity basketball program features three sisters. All are freshmen. All are athletic. One shattered a near 30-year title for points scored by a freshman in a single season. Alyce Edwards, a cute, tiny, soft-spoken wisp of a girl, nuked Kennett great Brandi Jackson's 1994 record of 448 by nearly 200 points when Edwards dropped 645 this season...
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South Pemiscot boys take fourth at state, close year with promising performance (3/7/24)By Cole Lee ~ Southeast MissourianSouth Pemiscot’s magical run to a program-first final four came to a bitter end on Thursday afternoon, dropping the Class 2 third-place game to Salisbury 77-66. Holding a double-digit lead for much of the early goings of the contest, South Pemiscot showed it had the firepower to take the win but couldn’t ice it out down the stretch...
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Kennett AD Jim Vaughan retires after 18-year career (3/7/24)2Steve Hankins ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratKENNETT, Mo. - After nearly two decades of solid leadership, Kennett High School Athletic Director Jim Vaughan bids the district farewell at the end of the spring semester. Vaughan, 53, who resides now at Poplar Bluff, retires after 18 years of service as both coach and director and spent time with the Delta Dunklin Democrat looking back on his career...
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South Pemiscot boys’ deep run ends in crushing semifinal loss at state (3/6/24)By Cole Lee ~ Southeast MissourianTasked against one of the top Class 2 boys teams in the state, South Pemiscot’s semifinal came to a disheartening end on Wednesday afternoon as Hartville took the reins early on and took a big 44-27 victory. Making an appearance in the final four for the first time in school history and taking the floor at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Missouri, the Bulldogs got under the bright lights but fizzled out after a strong start...
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Work, time has carried South Pemiscot basketball to this point (3/6/24)Tom DavisIn Jordan McGowan’s view, the journey South Pemiscot High School varsity basketball has taken today has needed a village to construct, and no shortage of diligence.
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NMCC sends message with 70-38 quarterfinal win over Kingston (3/5/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratPARK HILLS, Mo. – New Madrid County Central’s 70-38 quarterfinal round win over Kingston wasn’t so much a contest as it was a statement to the rest of the Class 3 Field. The final score doesn’t do justice to how thoroughly the No. 1 Eagles (26-3) dominated, exposing the vast gulf between the two teams and their athletic edge against the Cougars (19-10) at Parks Hills Central High School on Saturday, March 2...
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South Pemiscot hoops rides tough schedule en route to maturity (3/5/24)Tom DavisWith less than 90 seconds remaining in its MSHSAA Class 2 Quarterfinal 1 game with Puxico on Saturday, the South Pemiscot boy’s basketball squad came over to the bench for a timeout following an Indian basket, which put Puxico up 46-43. “They could have given up, right there,” fourth-year Bulldog coach Jordan McGowan recalled. “Puxico had hit a big dagger on us. I kind of felt the air come out of the sail a little bit.”
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Portageville's season ends in quarterfinal loss to Principia (3/5/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratPORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — The final buzzer sounded on Portageville’s season, the 50-42 Class 2 quarterfinal loss to Principia marking a heart-wrenching end to the team’s incredible journey on Friday, March 1. As the game unfolded, the Lady Bulldogs (23-6) confidence grew, the execution sharpened, and they battled toe-to-toe with the No. 5 Lady Panthers (22-7), but initial struggles ultimately proved too much to overcome...
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Cape Catfish hire experienced, successful Texan to guide team in 2024 (3/4/24)1Tom DavisThere is a level of expectation that comes with signing up to be a part of the Cape Catfish baseball organization, and Phil Butler doesn’t find that intimidating, he embraces it.
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Big second half lifts Sikeston over Bluff in district semifinal, 82-61 (3/2/24)1Derek James ~ Special to Standard-DemocratBONNE TERRE, Mo. – All season long it seemed that Sikeston and Cape Central were on a collision course to meet in the Class 5, District 1 championship game. Saturday’s semifinal games may have been a bit more competitive than most thought it would be, but the matchup became official after top-seeded Sikeston used a big second half to pull away from fourth-seeded Poplar Bluff 82-61; and then second-seeded Cape Central held off a furious rally from third-seeded Farmington to win 52-47.. ...
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C4D1 BKB: Dexter holds off Kennett after late, furious Indian rally (3/1/24)Tom DavisSTE. GENEVIEVE – For 28-plus minutes of its MSHSAA Class 4 District 1 boy’s basketball game against Dexter on Thursday, Kennett struggled at both ends of the court.
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Sikeston rolls in district opener, defeats North County 90-35 (2/29/24)1Derek James ~ Special to the Standard-DemocratBONNE TERRE, Mo. – After an outstanding regular season, the Sikeston Bulldogs lost their first and only game one week ago to a talented Father Tolton Catholic squad in Columbia. There were questions on how the Bulldogs would respond after having their undefeated season snapped in the regular season finale, but Sikeston took care of business on Thursday in the Class 5, District 1 opener, dispatching of tournament host and eighth-seeded North County, 90-35...
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Tempers flare in sectional showdown, NMCC claims hard-fought win over Charleston (2/29/24)2Dennis Marshall - Standard-DemocratCHARLESTON, Mo. — Emotions boiled over as New Madrid County Central’s fight for back-to-back state titles took a chaotic turn in a heated 74-55 sectional round win at Charleston on Tuesday, Feb. 27. Both teams put in the work, scrapping for every board and loose ball, the intensity reflecting the high stakes of the rivalry matchup. However, it was the Class 3 No. 1 Eagles’ (25-3) championship mettle and veteran poise that ultimately outmatched the Bluejays (14-15) and the charged atmosphere...
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C4D1: Third quarter surge leads Notre Dame by Kennett (2/29/24)By Clay Herrell ~ Southeast MissourianIt was a tale of two halves on Wednesday night in the Class 4 District 1 semifinal matchup between Kennett and Notre Dame. When the final horn sounded, the Bulldogs emerged victorious with a 71-54 win to earn a trip to the C4D1 title game. “I saw an incredibly talented, skilled and hard-working Kennett team that gave us one of the toughest games we’ve played this year,” Bulldogs head coach Kirk Boeller said. “In the first half, 100% of the credit goes to Kennett.”...
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C5D1 GBK: Defense sparks Sikeston’s win over Windsor (2/29/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratHILLSBORO, Mo. — Wham! Bam! Pow! Sikeston landed blow after blow on Windsor, its pressure defense and explosive offense proving too much in a 75-59 opening-round victory in the MSHSAA Class 5 District 1 Tournament at Hillsboro High School on Wednesday, Feb. 28...
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C1S1 BKB: Rebels get revenge on Reindeer in convincing fashion (2/29/24)Tom DavisESSEX – A year ago, the Richland (Essex) boy’s basketball squad was riding the euphoria of winning the first MSHSAA Class 1 District 2 District title in decades and promptly went out in the Sectional round and lost to Clarkton 47-44. The 2023-24 version of the Rebels didn’t allow that missed opportunity to have a chance of happening again on Tuesday, as they handed the Reindeer a 48-33 loss in the MSHSAA Class 1 Sectional 1 at Richland (Essex) High School.
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Portageville defies all odds, erases 20-point second-half deficit in a sectional stunner (2/27/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratNEELYVILLE, Mo. – Sometimes, the script flips in an instant. For Portageville, its MSHSAA Class 2 Sectional showdown against Neelyville seemed all too familiar. Yet, when all hope appeared lost, a spark of defiance ignited, and the impossible became reality...
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C3D1 BKB: NMCC rolls to fourth straight district championship (2/27/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratPORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — New Madrid County Central proved once again that its talent is simply on another level with an 86-56 win over Malden in the MSHSAA Class 3, District 1 Tournament on Saturday, Feb. 24. Fueled by the star power of Jadis Jones and BJ Williamson, the top-ranked Eagles (24-3) cruised the victory over the Green Wave (21-6), taking another step on their quest to defend their state title...
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SEMO Baseball reloads through JUCO transfers (2/27/24)2By Tony Capobianco ~ Southeast MissourianSoutheast Missouri State outfielder Michael Mugan hit his fourth home run of the season to lead the Redhawks to a series-salvaging 10-3 win over St. Thomas on Sunday, Feb. 25, at Capaha Field. "Kind of a frustrating weekend for us on a lot of parts," Mugan said. "We were struggling to let the ball get to us coming off that weekend at Dallas Baptist. We were out in front all weekend and we made some adjustments as a team where we weren't gonna get beat deep and just kind of let it come to me."...
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Breaking: Semoball Awards fall sports finalists announced (2/26/24)By Tony Capobianco ~ Southeast MissourianThe Semoball Awards finalists for fall sports were announced Monday morning on a selection show broadcast live on SEMO ESPN Radio and streamed on the Semoball.com Facebook page. The finalists were selected by a sports panel made up of representatives from the Southeast Missourian, Standard Democrat, Dexter Statesman, Daily American Republic, and Delta Dunklin Democrat...
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C3D1 BKB: Malden rallies for revenge over East Prairie (2/24/24)Dennis Marshall – Standard DemocratPORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — Malden and East Prairie waged a thrilling battle in the MSHSAA Class 3, District 1 Semifinal matchup on Thursday, Feb. 22. But in the end, the second-seeded Green Wave (21-5) emerged victorious with a 60-49 win over the third-seeded Eagles (21-7), avenging a recent loss and settling this season's rivalry in the process...
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C3D1 BKB: Jones’ surge leads NMCC past Portageville (2/24/24)By Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratPORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — Jadis Jones's 31-point outburst powered New Madrid County Central to an 80-52 victory over Portageville in the MSHSAA Class 3, District 1 semifinal on Thursday, Feb. 22. The fourth-seeded Bulldogs (17-11) challenged the top-seeded Eagles (23-3) throughout the first half, trailing by just 35-33 at the break. However, Jones took over after halftime, scoring 15 points in the third quarter alone to propel the team to a decisive win...
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District roundup: Neelyville, Twin Rivers win titles (2/24/24)By MIKE BUHLER, Daily American RepublicVAN BUREN — The third was a charm for the Neelyville Lady Tigers against the East Carter Lady Redbirds. After losing to East Carter by four and eight points, respectively, in the regular season, Neelyville used a hot start Friday night to fuel a 75-63 win over the Lady Redbirds in the MSHSAA Class 2 District 2 championship game at Van Buren High School...
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Veteran Oran hoop coach calls it a career after storied run (2/23/24)3Tom DavisBLOOMFIELD – Midway through its MSHSAA Class 2 District 3 semifinal boy’s basketball game on Thursday against top seed Puxico, Oran had pulled to within 43-40 and were scaring the bejesus out of any fan wearing orange and black. “Oran is always going to be prepared,” Indian coach Bryant Fernetti said after his team pulled away for a 74-62 win. “They are probably going to change things up, give you different looks, and they are going to play really, really hard.” That last statement couldn’t describe a team coached by veteran Eagle coach Joe Shoemaker more so.
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Collier signs letter of intent (2/23/24)Risco High School's Natalie Collier committed to playing volleyball at Williams Baptist University at Walnut Ridge, Ark., under Coach Michelle Lawson. Collier plans to major in Sports Management and Marketing while attending university. Pictured, front row from left, are: Monica Collier (mom), Natalie Collier, Risco head volleyball coach Jessie King; (back row, from left) Risco Athletic Director Brandon Blankenship, Risco Schools Supt. Dr. Amy Baker, Risco Assistant Coach Jon Smith...
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Clarkton, Cooter face off at C1D1 Final (2/23/24)Steve Hankins ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratCLARKTON – Four teams entered Thursday's Class 1 District 1 semifinal round. Two advanced to Saturday's final. The No.1-seeded Cooter Wildcats (17-10) defeated No.4-seeded Delta C-7 (Deering) Chargers (9-16) and No.3-seeded Clarkton Reindeer (9-18) edged out No.2-seeded Gideon Bulldogs (8-19) in an upset win...
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CJ Wallace: Sophomore hits 1,000 (2/23/24)1CLARKTON – When we take a look at outstanding high school basketball players whose careers sometimes culminate with 1,000 points, generally we consider seniors exiting their programs on high notes. Delta C-7 (Deering) Charger Carlos “CJ” Wallace eclipsed 1,000 at Thursday's C1D1 Tournament at Clarkton...
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Doniphan holds out for win on Kennett's senior night (2/23/24)Christian Johnson ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratThe Kennett boys basketball team honored three seniors who have fought resiliently through a difficult season on Thursday, according to head coach Fred Garmon, but the Indians' late comeback against Doniphan wasn't enough for a win as the Dons came out on top 70-64...
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C2D1: Hayti ends Tigers’ season in district semis (2/23/24)By MARK J. SANDERS, Daily American RepublicHOLCOMB — The Neelyville Tigers season ended Thursday night in a heartbreaking 71-60 loss to the Hayti Indians in their second-round Class 2 District 1 game at Holcomb High School. The Tigers received a first-round bye as the top-seeded team, while Hayti, the fifth seed, beat fourth-seeded Bernie 50-39 on Tuesday night...
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Slow start dooms Sikeston as Jackson storms to victory (2/22/24)1Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — Jackson stormed past Sikeston 50-29 at the Field House on Wednesday, Feb. 21, ending the Lady Bulldogs' (11-12) five-game winning streak. The Lady Indians (14-8) came out firing, with Lilly Watkins scoring all 10 of her points in the first quarter to help build a 21-7 lead...
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C3D1 BKB: Portageville edges Caruthersville in dramatic finish (2/22/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratPORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — Controversy and clutch plays defined the final seconds of Portageville’s 75-74 victory over Caruthersville in a MSHSAA Class 3 District 1 Tournament opener on Tuesday, Feb. 20, as a technical foul for a premature celebration became the turning point in a stunning finish...
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C1D2 BKB: SCC rallies for 73-65 win over Delta (2/22/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratESSEX, Mo. — Despite missing key players, Scott County Central refused to go down without a fight, pulling off a thrilling 72-65 victory over Delta in the opening round of the MSHSAA Class 1, District 2 Tournament on Tuesday, Feb. 20. "We knew we were walking into this one with a short bench,” said SCC coach Tim Carlisle. ...
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C2D1 BKB: Neelyville to get defensive with Hayti (2/22/24)Tom DavisFor anyone curious as to why the Neelyville High School boy’s basketball squad is having its best season in several years, they can simply look at how the Tigers defend on each possession.
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600 Wins and Counting: Holifield reflects on milestones and memories (2/21/24)Derek James ~ Special to the Standard-DemocratSIKESTON, Mo. – It’s more than just red and black for Gregg Holifield. It’s the roar of the Field House, the faces in the stands, the generations of fans who bleed Sikeston pride. With 600 wins, his legacy isn’t just personal – it’s woven into the fabric of this town. Today, he opens up his playbook and invites us to walk down memory lane, reliving the moments that shaped him, his players and the very heart of Sikeston basketball...
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Sikeston sets new scoring record with 123-54 win over Doniphan (2/21/24)6Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — It was a night for the record books as Sikeston lit up the scoreboard, completely outmatching Doniphan 123-54 in the Field House finale on Tuesday, Feb. 20. The Class 5, No. 1 Bulldogs’ (25-0) 74 percent shooting performance was a sight to behold, fueled by 13 made 3-pointers and seven players finishing with double-digit scoring figures against the Dons (5-16)...
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C1D1 semifinals decided (2/21/24)Steve Hankins ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratCLARKTON – The opening games of the Class 1 District 1 Basketball Tournament here Tuesday resulted in three teams advancing to Thursday's semifinals. No.1-seeded Cooter (16-10) takes on challengers No.4-seeded Delta C-7 (Deering) at 6 p.m. and host team, No.3-seeded Clarkton (8-18) resurrects a three-mile rivalry with No.2-seeded Gideon (8-18) following...
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Sikeston Bulldogs punch tickets to the state meet (2/20/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratFARMINGTON, Mo. — Sikeston had three wrestlers qualify for the state meet. The Bulldogs’ George Rodgers, Jax Lancaster, and Conner Michael battled through a tough MSHSAA Class 3, District 1 Tournament, securing their chance to shine in Columbia...
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Adams’ 30 points leads SCC in district opener blowout (2/20/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — Scott County Central made a statement in the opening round of the MSHSAA Class 1, District 1 Tournament, rolling over Crossroads College Prep 74-8 on Monday, Feb. 19. The Bravettes (11-14) controlled the game from start to finish, showcasing crisp passing, aggressive defense and a blistering offensive attack against the Current (2-14)...
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Kelly opens district play with convincing win over Clearwater (2/20/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard DemocratBLOOMFIELD, Mo. — Kelly opened its MSHSAA Class 3, District 2 Tournament campaign with a dominant 79-49 victory over Clearwater on Monday, Feb. 19. Jada Griggs led the offensive surge with 22 points, while Kristin Grogan added 18 and Ava LeGrand chipped in 13 to highlight the team’s deep bench, and the Lady Hawks (15-12) seven 3-pointers showcased their sharp shooting throughout the contest...
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Charleston ends season, eyes improvement for next year (2/20/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratPORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — Despite falling to South Pemiscot 54-22 in the opening round of the MSHSAA Class 2, District 1 Tournament, Charleston wrapped up its season with a strong sense of accomplishment. The Lady Jays (2-23) faced significant challenges this year, having lost more than 95 percent of their scoring, rebounding, and ball-handling talent from the previous season...
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NMCC sends five wrestlers to state (2/20/24)Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratFESTUS, Mo. —New Madrid County Central flexed its muscles at the MSHSAA Class 1, District 1 Tournament, showcasing its depth by sending five wrestlers to the state meet. Caleb Moore (31-2) and Gavin Colbert (17-5) led the charge, each dominating their way to district championships...
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Twin Rivers defeats Gideon on the road (2/19/24)Steve Hankins ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratGIDEON, Mo. - The Twin Rivers High School Basketball Royals took to the road Friday and returned to Broseley with a win. The Royals (14-12) traveled to Gideon, where the visitors took on the hometown Bulldogs (7-18) and took them out for a run, 67-50...
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Local district tournament wrestling roundup (2/18/24)By Tony Capobianco ~ Southeast MissourianFour sites, four district tournaments, and a whole lot of wrestlers literally fighting for their place at state on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 16-17. Here's the lowdown on how all eight area programs fared in their quest to Columbia, Mo. Next year, it will be nine, with the addition of Kelly...
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Cape Central blows by Kennett on senior night (2/17/24)By Clay Herrell ~ Southeast MissourianSenior night always serves as one last chance for the senior class to make a memory at home. The Cape Central Tigers did just that as they downed the Kennett Indians 93-53 on Friday at Cape Central High School. “It took us a little bit to get going,” Tigers coach Drew Church said. “In the first half, I didn’t think we guarded very well. We kind of gambled too much and gave them so open looks and let them get going downhill.”...
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Sikeston wins fifth straight with 58-48 victory at Malden (2/17/24)Dennis Marshall – Standard DemocratMALDEN, Mo. — Sikeston extended its win streak to five games with a 58-48 comeback win at Malden on Thursday, Feb. 15. The Lady Bulldogs (11-12) were powered by a dominant performance from junior Landri Hammontree. “We are so proud of the girls,” said Sikeston coach Vaughn Shephard. “We are playing so well right now and we are locked in. It is getting close to districts and these girls just want to win.”...
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Top-ranked Sikeston dunks Caruthersville, 94-49 (2/16/24)Derek James ~ Special the Standard-DemocratSIKESTON – Right off the opening tip the Sikeston Bulldogs showed the Caruthersville Tigers that there would be no hangover from Tuesday night’s thrilling victory over New Madrid County Central. The Bulldogs opened the game with a Dontrez Williams slam dunk just three seconds into the contest, and that was followed by a Trace Sadler jam on the ensuing trip...
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East Prairie outlasts Portageville in regular-season finale (2/16/24)Dennis Marshall – Standard DemocratEAST PRAIRIE, Mo. — In a clash that lived up to its billing, East Prairie emerged victorious against Portageville in both teams' regular-season finale on Thursday, Feb. 15, ultimately clinching a hard-fought 66-59 win. The Eagles (20-6) built a sizable lead but found themselves in a tense, one-possession battle as the Bulldogs (16-9) rallied in the final minutes...
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Lady Lion tops 1,000 points (2/16/24)Steve Hankins ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratSENATH-HORNERSVILLE, Mo. - Jada Burlison once thought she knew basketball. Now, she's sure. The 18-year-old Senath-Hornersville High School Lady Lion proved that to both herself and a raucous fan base Tuesday, Feb. 13, when an every-day, one-on-one layup became point 1,001...
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Hornets fall to Green Wave on Senior Night (2/16/24)1Steve Hankins ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratHOLCOMB, Mo. - The Holcomb High School Basketball Hornets (6-20) played admirably here at home on Senior Night. But their on-court skills Thursday, Feb. 15., were outmatched by a Green Wave and Holcomb fell to Malden 78-53. Although the Green Wave team posted a victory, the real winners were Holcomb's basketball, band and cheer seniors, who were both honored publicly for their accomplishments and who offered thanks for the love shown to them throughout their high-school careers...
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Battle of No. 1s: Sikeston defeats NMCC in epic showdown (2/15/24)15Dennis Marshall – Standard DemocratSIKESTON — Sometimes a game demands a hero, and sometimes it demands two. PJ Farmer, the ultimate X-factor on the court, and Dontrez Williams, a warrior on the boards and a lethal scorer in his own right, became the driving force behind Sikeston’s 90-76 victory over New Madrid County Central at the Field House on Tuesday, Feb. 13...
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Sikeston’s Douglass and Wilkins qualify for state (2/15/24)Dennis Marshall – Standard DemocratUNION, MO. — Sikeston had two athletes qualify for the state meet following a strong performance at the MSHSAA Class 1, District 1 Meet held at Union High School. Ellie Douglass, a seasoned veteran, clinched her third consecutive state meet appearance with a dominant second-place finish in the 100-pound weight class. Douglass showcased her prowess with back-to-back pins, defeating Genevieve’s Camille Melahn (9-23) in 2:36 and Brentwood’s Ashlyn Wildgrube (18-8) in just 1:16...
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Kelly rallies for revenge win over Portageville (2/15/24)Dennis Marshall – Standard DemocratBENTON, Mo. — A week after the Portageville boys stunned Kelly, the Lady Hawks (14-11) exacted sweet revenge with a nail-biting 49-48 home victory on Tuesday, Feb. 13. “It was a great comeback win,” said Kelly coach Matthew Blissett. “Our defense led the way as we took new approaches.”...
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Oran rolls past Advance (2/15/24)Dennis Marshall – Standard DemocratOran cruised to a 50-32 victory over Advance on Tuesday, Feb. 13. Elijah Shoemaker led the way with 17 points, followed by Nolan Loper with 12. The Eagles (10-14) took a commanding 15-4 first-quarter lead and maintained control throughout the game. Jameson Hamlin (11 points) and Braylen Carlton (10 points) paced the Hornets (3-19)...
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Senath-Hornersville defeats Gideon on Bulldog senior night (2/15/24)Steve Hankins ~ Delta Dunklin Democrat
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Campbell Camels are victorious on Senior Night (2/15/24)Steve Hankins ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratCAMPBELL, Mo. - The Camels celebrated Monday's Senior Night in style. The varsity basketball squad downed the Clarkton Reindeer in a close match 46-43, nearly a dozen seniors were recognized on court, and Campbell head coach and Athletic Director Steve Fowler was honored for winning more than 300 games...
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Lady Camel surpasses 1,000 points (2/15/24)Steve Hankins ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratCAMPBELL, Mo. - If, as Tom Hanks told Madonna in the film A League of Their Own, “There's no crying in baseball,” that didn't apply Monday when a Lady Camel achieved a basketball milestone. Tears of joy flowed conspicuously after Campbell's Elyssa Schatz slammed home her 1,000th point during a Senior Night victory over Westwood Baptist Academy...
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Kelly hits 20 wins with decisive victory over Kennett (2/14/24)Christian Johnson ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratThe Kelly boys basketball team rolled into Kennett for a varsity-only contest and beat the Indians 66-33 to reach the 20-win threshold in the Hawks' penultimate game of the regular season Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024. Kelly tacked on the team's second win in a row and now stands at 20-5 on the season, next traveling to Ste. ...
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Kennett picks up comeback win over East Carter (2/14/24)John Wheeler ~ Special to the Delta Dunklin DemocratTuesday night at Kennett High School featured a potentially great contest between two of the area's best girls' basketball teams as the now 19-4 Lady Indians hosted the 20-4 Lady Redbirds from East Carter County. With a hefty defensive and rebounding effort, Kennett came out on top 76-49...
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Still’s steal seals Kelly’s impossible comeback over East Prairie (2/13/24)By Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratEAST PRAIRIE, Mo. — In a night packed with more emotional swings than a six-flags rollercoaster, Kelly somehow found a way to survive 51-50 at East Prairie on Friday, Feb. 9. Down by six points with 50.3 seconds remaining after watching a 14-point meltaway, the Hawks (19-5) authored a comeback for the ages, capped by Skyler Still’s game-deciding steal and layup that snatched victory from the clutches of the Eagles (18-6)...
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Delta wins big, but Kelly shows fight (2/13/24)Dennis Marshall – Standard DemocratBENTON, Mo. — Class 1 juggernaut Delta cruised to a comfortable 68-34 win at Kelly on Monday, Feb. 12. “We didn’t shoot it well, but I thought our defense and rebounding was phenomenal tonight,” said Delta coach David Heeb. “That’s been the case for the past month, and one of these nights we’re going to do all of those things and shoot well. I think when that happens we could probably beat the Lakers.”...
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Charleston wins at Portageville, Oran downs Scott County Central (2/13/24)Dennis Marshall – Standard DemocratCharleston displayed a powerful combination of speed, athleticism and toughness, winning 65-42 at Portageville on Friday, Feb. 9. “At this point in the season, we’re just looking for our guys to play 32 minutes of good basketball,” said Charleston coach Jamarcus Williams. “That’s what it going to take and that’s what we got. We’re also starting to get some other guys to score more consistently. That’s always a good thing.”...
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Patrick Mahomes rallies the Chiefs to second straight Super Bowl title (2/12/24)3The Associated PressLAS VEGAS (AP) — Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs are back-to-back Super Bowl champions. Mahomes threw a 3-yard touchdown pass to Mecole Hardman with 3 seconds left in overtime, and the Chiefs rallied to beat the San Francisco 49ers 25-22 on Sunday, becoming the first repeat Super Bowl champs in 19 years and ninth overall...
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Risco Tigers earn Tri-County Conference championship (2/12/24)Steve Hankins ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratRISCO, Mo. – The Tigers basketball program's winning legacy continued Friday when the varsity squad beat a solid Cooter Wildcats team and delivered a Tri-County Conference Tournament championship to hometown fans. Risco defeated Cooter by a 20-point margin, 70-50 in the final contest of the event's grinding three-game series at Risco's rowdy Roy Hon Gymnasium...
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Dexter spoils Kennett’s courtwarming (2/10/24)Christian Johnson ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratKENNETT – Dexter’s hot shooting, and an early lead that held up, got the guests their second win in a row and dug Kennett deeper into a five-game rut as the Bearcats routed the Indians 63-35, Friday, Feb. 9, 2024. It was Kennett’s courtwarming celebration, but that didn’t stop nine Dexter players from getting in the scoring column, in total dropping 10 threes on the hosts in a game that, beforehand, looked to be a potentially close matchup...
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Grogan sparks Kelly to a decisive win at SCC (2/9/24)By Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — Senior Night turned sour for Scott County Central as visiting Kelly rained down triples in the third quarter, led by sharpshooter Kristin Grogan, to claim a decisive 63-42 victory at the Ronnie Cookson Gymnasium. “We did a good job all-around,” said Kelly coach Matthew Blissett. ...
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Defense leads Sikeston to third straight win (2/9/24)Dennis Marshall – Standard DemocratSIKESTON — After weathering a mid-season storm, Sikeston has found its sea legs, sailing to its third straight victory with a dominant 62-27 win over Miller Academy at the Field House on Thursday, Feb. 8. “We played with a lot of energy tonight," said Sikeston coach Vaughn Shephard. "We came out pressuring the ball right away, forced some turnovers, and that helped us build an early lead. Getting ahead early allowed us to settle in and play our game with confidence. That was key."...
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Red-hot Redhawks trounce Tennessee Tech (2/9/24)1By Tony Capobianco ~ Southeast MissourianTo think that just a year ago, Southeast Missouri State and Tennessee Tech were playing in an epic overtime thriller for the Ohio Valley Conference championship and to put an end to a March Madness drought. Now when both teams played on Thursday, Feb. 8, at the Show Me Center, it was to keep the hopes of returning to the conference tournament alive...
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Missouri hoop squads to venture back in time (2/9/24)2Tom DavisPATTON – It’s going to be a looooong day for the girl’s and boy’s basketball squads at Meadow Heights and Chaffee High Schools today.
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Risco, Cooter to scrap for Tri-County Conference title (2/9/24)Steve Hankins ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratRISCO – And then there were two. From a field of eight Bootheel high school basketball programs, home-town hosts, the first-seeded Risco Tigers and the second-seeded Cooter Wildcats both emerged victorious at Thursday's Tri-County Conference Tournament semifinals at Roy Hon Gymnasium...
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Hammontree shoots lights out in Sikeston 67-54 win over Kelly (2/8/24)Dennis Marshall – Standard DemocratIKESTON — Landri Hammontree put on a clinic, burying seven 3-pointers and scoring a game-high 34 points, as Sikeston won 67-54 over Kelly at the Field House on Tuesday, Feb. 6. It was the second straight victory for the Lady Bulldogs (8-12), marking a potential turnaround as they inch closer to a winning record...
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No. 1 NMCC crushes Caruthersville (2/8/24)Dennis Marshall – Standard DemocratNEW MADRID, Mo. — New Madrid County Central continues to solidify its dominance in high school basketball, dismantling Caruthersville 82-43 on Tuesday, Feb. 6. Jadis Jones unleashed another unstoppable performance, leading the Eagles (21-1) to a decisive homecoming victory over the Tigers (11-10) and showcasing why they hold the No. 1 ranking in the Maxpreps Small Town Top 25...
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Smith and Bogan lead Portageville in stunner over Kelly (2/8/24)Dennis Marshall – Standard DemocratBENTON, Mo. — Portageville spoiled Kelly's Senior Night celebration with a surprising 73-50 victory on Tuesday, Feb. 6. The Bulldogs (15-7) overcame an early deficit to impose their physical style on the Hawks (18-5) and pull away for the decisive win...
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SCC cruises past Advance on Senior Night (2/8/24)By Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratSIKESTON — A jubilant atmosphere filled the Scott County Central gymnasium on Tuesday as the Braves (12-13) celebrated their graduating seniors with a commanding 62-49 victory over the Advance Hornets (2-18)...
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Kennett, Dexter prepare for closely-matched contest (2/8/24)Steve Hankins ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratKENNETT – Friday's battle under the boards between home team Kennett High School head coach Fred Garmon's Indians (5-15) and visiting Dexter High School head coach Chad Allen's Bearcats (6-15) might prove interesting. Consider these illuminating stats that predict a very close Indians-Bearcats matchup:...
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Charleston can’t overcome Principia’s size, falls 73-58 (2/7/24)3Dennis Marshall – Standard DemocratCHARLESTON, Mo. — Principia, ranked No. 6 in Class 4, proved too strong for Charleston in the 6th Man Shootout on Saturday. While the Blue Jays (11-12) displayed heart and hustle, the Panthers (15-5) size and skills ultimately overwhelmed them in the 73-58 loss...
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Senath-Hornersville's first half lead secures win over Kennett (2/7/24)Tim Caldwell ~ Special to the Delta Dunklin DemocratThe Senath-Hornersville and Kennett High School boys basketball teams continued their longtime rivalry with a contest between two teams that have had struggling seasons. KHS entered the contest with a record of 5-13 and SHHS 9-10, but the two coaches knew going in that it was going to be a battle as almost all these games generally are...
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Risco, Clarkton, Cooter, Gideon advance in Tri-County Conference Tournament (2/7/24)Steve Hankins ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratRISCO – Competition was fierce Tuesday at the Roy Hon Gymnasium when eight area high school basketball teams competed in the Tri-County Conference Basketball Tournament preliminary round. The bracket pit the host, first-seeded Risco, against the visiting eight-seed North Pemiscot Mustangs; featured a four-five contest, the Holcomb Hornets against the Clarkton Reindeer; included a two-seven matchup, the Cooter Wildcats against the Southland C-9 Rebels; and found the three-seed Delta C-7 Chargers against the six-seed Gideon Bulldogs.. ...
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Sikeston defense forces 33 turnovers in 99-30 rout of Kennett (2/6/24)Derek James ~ Special to the Standard-DemocratSIKESTON, Mo. – After two postponements, the Sikeston Bulldogs and Kennett Indians finally were able to get their game in on Monday night at the Field House. Sikeston’s pressure defense was too much for the Indians as the Bulldogs cruised to a 99-30 SEMO Conference victory...
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NMCC edges St. Mary’s in battle of state-ranked teams (2/6/24)Dennis Marshall – Standard DemocratCHARLESTON, Mo. — Star-studded squads clashed as New Madrid County Central defeated St. Mary’s South Side in the Charleston 6th Man Shootout on Saturday, showcasing offensive fireworks and late-game drama. Jadis Jones and BJ Williamson stole the show, leading the Class 3, No. 1 Eagles (20-1), while Zyree Collins, the younger brother of former St. Louis University standout Zuri Collins, kept the Class 5, No. 2 Dragons (22-2) in the fight with his scoring skills...
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Early lead ensures Kennett girls’ victory over Cape Central (2/6/24)Christian Johnson ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratThe Kennett girls basketball team outrebounded and outscored Cape Central early and pushed its momentum to win handily 61-42 on Monday, Feb. 5, 2024. The Indians (17-4) defeated the Tigers (8-12) once already this season, winning 72-35 in the SEMO Conference opener...
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Southeast Missouri well-represented in latest boys ballot as Sikeston, NMCC reign (2/5/24)By Cole Lee ~ Southeast MissourianThe Missouri Basketball Coaches Association released its biweekly poll on Monday morning, and Southeast Missouri boys basketball teams received some high recognition from the statewide ballot. Most significantly, the top teams in both Class 3 and Class 5 run through the Semoball coverage area, with both getting unanimous selections...
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2024 Scott-Mississippi: Kelly stages epic second-half comeback over Scott City in championship game (2/5/24)By Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratORAN, Mo. — “Don't worry, coach, we got this." It wasn’t just words of reassurance or mere optimism, but a statement of collective conviction by Michael Dollins as he exited the locker room facing a 12-point deficit during Kelly's eventual win over Scott City in the Scott-Mississippi Conference Tournament Championship at Oran High School on Friday, Feb. 2...
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2024 Scott-Mississippi: East Prairie stomps SCC, Oak Ridge survives Oran (2/5/24)By Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-DemocratORAN, Mo. — In a battle for third place in the Scott-Mississippi Conference Tournament, East Prairie turned the paint into a no-fly zone with a resounding 73-34 grounding of Scott County Central. Not just bigger, but hungrier and bouncing back from a disappointing semifinal loss, the second-seeded Eagles (16-4) translated their size into a 44-16 points-in-the-paint advantage against the fifth-seeded Braves (10-12) at Oran High School on Friday, Feb. 2...
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Holcomb falls to Bernie on homecoming night (2/5/24)Christian Johnson ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratThe Holcomb Hornets fell to Bernie on homecoming night after facing a deluge of player injuries on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024. Rescheduled due to the snow and ice that fell last month, Holcomb's homecoming matchup was originally set to be against Risco on Jan. 19, but the Hornets ultimately fell to Bernie 52-26...
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Portageville wins first Bootheel Conference Title since 2018 (2/2/24)Dennis Marshall – Standard DemocratMALDEN, Mo. — Portageville returned to the top of the Bootheel Conference mountain on Thursday, defeating Malden 60-30 in a lopsided championship game. The victory marks the first conference title for the Class 3, No. 10-ranked and top-seeded Lady Bulldogs (17-3), ending a five-year drought with a dominant display...
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Malden defeats Portageville for Bootheel Conference championship title (2/2/24)Steve Hankins ~ Delta Dunklin DemocratMALDEN - Sometimes dreams come true. Malden Green Wave guard Quamareous Farmer's vision of owning a conference title before the end of his 1,000 + points high school basketball career was realized Thursday when he led his teammates to a title. Head Coach Mike Kilgore's 17-3 Green Wave Varsity Basketball squad not only defeated Portageville Head Coach T.J. ...
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Notre Dame Frozen Invitational (3/16/24)Local athletes kick off the track & field season at Notre Dame High School on March 16.
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SEMO Baseball vs. Western Kentucky (3/16/24)Southeast Missouri State defeated Western Kentucky 8-7 on Saturday, Marck 16 at Capaha Field.
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NMCC at 2024 Class 3 Show-Me Showdown (3/11/24)Photos from New Madrid County Central's a 86-65 win over Summit Christian Academy in the MSHSAA Class 3 State Championship...
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Keodrick Sherrod signs with Quincy University (3/8/24)Sikeston's Keodrick Sherrod recently signed with Quincy University play college football during a ceremony at the Sikeston...
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Mallory Lemonds signs with MAC (3/7/24)Photos from Mallory Lemonds signing ceremony at Kelly High School. Lemonds signed with Mineral Area College.