Sports
Off and running
The Cassville boys track and field team enters the 2026 season with a focus on steady improvement and postseason performance as the Wildcats build toward the state series.
Southwest softball enters new era
The Southwest softball team begins the season under new leadership, with a mix of returning players and new faces as the Lady Trojans work to establish their identity.
Southwest senior sets 2 school track records
Over the span of four days in two meets, Southwest Senior Dylan Frost set school records in the high jump and the long jump.
From 4 to 14
The Wheaton girls basketball team took a leap forward this season, improving its win total and making a district championship appearance.
Linking experience to success
With the amount of experience returning to the tee box, the Cassville boys golf team has set ambitious goals this season, expecting to qualify multiple golfers to state.
Lady Eagles have high ceiling amid low wins
Two seasons removed from not having enough players to field a team, the Purdy girls basketball squad turned in three wins this year, but Coach Stephanie Heman said the record does not reflect the wins made in development.
Purdy baseball returns experience, eyes postseason run
The Purdy baseball team is entering this season with a strong returning core and loads of experience, hoping to put that combination to the test and build toward another postseason push.
Scoreboard, April 1
The Cassville baseball team wrapped up Cassville Classic tournament play last week with a 1-3 record, highlighted by a hard-fought 7-5 win over Mt. Vernon.
Softball team named Academic All-state
The following CHS softball players have earned Softball Academic All State Honors, front row, from left: Kierstan Fare, Nevaeh Johnson, Tyra Sturgell and Tomi Blankenship. Back row: Alex Holycross, Madison Yockey, Brianna Still, Addy Ramaeker and Briley Artherton.
7 Wildcats named Academic All-State
The following CHS football players have earned Football Academic All State Honors, from left: Kamden Beebe, Andon Goutney, Tristan Thompson, Gunner Knight, Sky Yang, Harley Madison and Preston Driskill.
