Publisher’s note: Throughout the summer, the Cassville Democrat will feature the best unprinted photos from each team photographed during the 2024-2025 athletics seasons. — KT

Exeter’s Shea Hilburn rounds second base en route to an inside-the-park home run against Wheaton last season. Kyle Troutman/ktroutman@cassville-democrat.com

Purdy’s Lauren Brooks nails a pitch during district semifinal action against Hurley last season. Kyle Troutman/ ktroutman@cassville-democrat.com

Wheaton’s Lakeisha Wise connects on a pitch during a contest at Exeter last season. Kyle Troutman/ ktroutman@ cassville-democrat. com