Sports
Wildcats share tourney title
It has been six years since the Cassville boys soccer team has won its home tournament. This year is different.
Wildcats cruise by Aurora
Big plays on defense, big plays on special teams and even bigger plays on offense propelled Cassville to a 42-14 victory over Aurora Friday. Clay Weldy, Cassville coach, said the victory was a sweet one for a home opener.
Wildcats hyped to build on Week 1 win
Special teams can make or break a game, and the Cassville football team (1-1) took full advantage of the power those few plays have to earn a road win over Hollister on Friday. Bolstered by good field position on kickoff and punt returns, the Wildcats turned a 21-20 halftime lead to a 35-26 final.
Lady Wildcats set lofty goals
A second-place finish in the district last season was just a whetting of the whistle for the Cassville softball team. Lori Videmschek, Cassville softball coach, said with six returners and four seniors, this year’s Lady Wildcats are ready to compete.
Southwest trap team finishes season strong
The Southwest Trap team ended its 2022 season at the World Shooting and Recreational Complex in Sparta, Ill., on Aug. 1-2. Day one of the competition brought high temperatures and uncomfortable conditions.
Year in sports photos: Cassville track
Editor’s note: Throughout the summer, the Cassville Democrat will feature the best unprinted photos from each season of 2021-2022 athletics. — KT .
Wildcats claw past Tigers
A rain delay did not dampen the Week 1 excitement, as the Cassville football team used a dynamic offense to sour Hollister’s home opener with a 35-26 win. The Wildcats started the contest by forcing a punt on the Tigers’ first drive, and Hernan Hernandez returned the ball from his own 40 to Hollister’s 32.
Wildcats warm up in Black and Gold scrimmage
Sophomore Brody Osborne lets loose a shot that hit the top netting and put a point on the board for the Black team in Thursday’s Black and Gold scrimmage.
Lady Trojans rely on work ethic
The Southwest high school volleyball team is hoping a mix of experience and work ethic will propel the team to great heights this season. Steve Voyak, in his 20th year as Southwest volleyball coach, said the things he saw over the summer bode well for the Lady Trojans this fall.
A year in sports photos — Exeter softball
Editor’s note: Throughout the summer, the Cassville Democrat will feature the best unprinted photos from each season of 2021-2022 athletics. — KT .
