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.

Monett volleyball enjoyed one of its best seasons in recent history in 2025, and the Lady Cubs hope a talented group of returning upperclassmen can help carry that momentum into the new season.

Monett students, fans and local businesses will soon benefit from a new video board planned for Burl Fowler Stadium.

The foundation has been laid — now, the Monett Cubs are looking to take the next step.

Entering her second season at the helm of the Monett Lady Cubs softball program, head coach Kaesha George knows this year’s team will rely heavily on youth. Rather than viewing that as a challenge, she sees it as an opportunity.

After finishing the 2025 season with a 5-6 record, the Monett football team will look to take another step forward in year three under head coach Ben Mauk.

For Eliza Hewitt, becoming an educator was her life’s ambition and passion. 

2026 Big 8 All-Conference Samuel Carr, 1st Team infield Carson Burtrum, senior, 2nd Team pitcher Brayden Seitz, junior, 2nd Team outfield Carson Burtrum, senior, 2nd Team outfield Dylan Washick, junior,…

The Monett 4x400-meter relay team broke the school record from 1971 (3:25.7) and took first place at sectionals, qualifying for state with a time of 3:24.36. The team includes, from left: Kasen Carr, Theo Smith, Braden Crowell and Alex Meeks. Qualifiers for Class 4 2026 Track and Field Championships other than the relay team include: Boys 300-meter hurdles, Theo Smith, 40.01; boys pole vault, Alex Meeks, 4.42m; and girls high jump, Peyton Brandt, 1.59m.