Monett Monthly Sports

Monett competes in area XC meets
With a time of 20:13.70, Monett's Isabell Coffey took first place at the Cassville Pink-Out XC Invitational on Oct. 6 in Cassville. Coffey also won the Big 8 Conference Meet at the Cassville course, turning in a time of 20:07.44. The Class 4, District 2 race was held in Clever on Oct. 31, with results not available at presstime.
Cubs lock in on Big 8
Experience, athleticism and a strong sense of family have Monett basketball coach Andrew Ballock optimistic about the Cubs’ chances of making significant strides during the 2026-2027 season.

Cubs aim to build on success
The Monett Cubs wrestling program enters the 2026-2027 season with a solid foundation of returning talent, experienced leadership and a commitment to continued improvement.

New era begins for Lady Cubs
A new coach and a nearly complete overhaul of the starting lineup will greet the Monett Lady Cubs when the 2026-2027 basketball season tips off.
3 Cubs earn Big 8 All-Conference football honors
Three members of the Monett Cubs football team have earned postseason recognition after being selected to the 2026 Big 8 All-Conference Football Team.

Beyond the hashes
Wins matter. Yards matter. Touchdowns matter. But for Monett Head Football Coach Ben Mauk, the real measure of the Cubs’ program may not be found on a scoreboard.
Lady Cubs continue to chip away
The final score may not have shown it, but Monett softball coach Kaesha George saw signs of progress from her Lady Cubs.

Sports Column — Jared Lankford: The elephant on the football field
There is an old Indian fable about blind men encountering an elephant. Unable to see the animal, each man is allowed to touch it in an attempt to determine what…

Monett Waterthrashers finish season 4th in league
The Monett Waterthrashers swim team completed its season by hosting the league A division meet, held at the Monett Area YMCA on Aug. 1 and 2.

Cubs reload after 14 seniors depart
The Monett Cubs soccer team will have a much different look on the field this fall, but longtime head coach Cristobal Villa believes the foundation of the program remains strong.



