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Wildcats revel in Week 2 win
The Cassville football team (1-1) went from being mercy ruled by a district champion in Week 1 to beating a district champion in Week 2, earning a 20-7 victory over McDonald County at home on Friday. Clay Weldy, Wildcats football coach, said the team had three main goals leading up to the contest.
No seniors, no problem
Few teams are as young as the Wheaton volleyball squad. With no seniors and only three juniors, the team of 20 is focused on long-term goals and development coming off a trying 3-21 season last year.

Late 1990s Cassville football alumni celebrated at home opener
Cassville football alumni from 1995-1999 were honored on Friday at the Wildcats’ home opener against McDonald County.

FOOTBALL LIVE UPDATES: Cassville vs. McDonald County
This Week 2 home opener is sponsored by Cassville Dispensary, meeting medical and recreational needs in Barry County and beyond. Cassville kickoff bounced to the Mac 30. Run gains 5,…

Cassville still stymied in Seneca
Early mistakes and losing the war in the trenches led to a loss in Cassville’s first football game of the season, falling to last year’s Class 3 runner-up Seneca on the road, 55-16. Clay Weldy, Cassville football coach, said the team knew going into the contest that Seneca was a strong opponent.

Lady Trojans turning things up a notch
Accomplishing a double-digit win total last year, the Southwest volleyball team — led by four experienced seniors and one junior — aims to take it up a notch this season. Finishing 10-19-3 last season and winning 7 of their final 10, Coach Steve Voyak said the sky is the limit as the 2024 campaign is underway.
Taking aim at two
Having made history last season with its first-ever district title, the Cassville softball team is embarking on a new campaign this season with loads of experience and a new coach at the helm. Cassville is coming off one of its best seasons ever, going 16-15, tying the most wins on record for the team, set in 2011 and tied again in 2023.

LIVE FOOTBALL UPDATES: Cassville at Seneca
This Week 1 matchup is brought to you by Security Bank, longtime supporter of Wildcat football. Wildcats kick off, with Logan Wingo bouncing one recovered by Seneca at its own…

Lady Wildcats building on ambition
Persistence is paramount for the Cassville volleyball team this season. The Lady Wildcats open their 2024 campaign on Tuesday, hosting Southwest, and the young squad is expecting to battle through some adversity and improve across the floor.

Year in Photos — Barry County softball
Exeter’s Hallie Woods lays a bunt during a matchup with Purdy last season.