football

‘Cats play Tigers close, come up short
The Cassville football team was only 2 points behind Lamar after a score at the start of the fourth quarter, but the Wildcats were unable to flip the score to their advantage and suffered their third loss of the season, 35-26.

FOOTBALL LIVE UPDATES: Cassville at Lamar, Sept. 19
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Cassville pulls away from Patriots in final frame
The Cassville football team tasted victory for the first time this season on Friday, overcoming early challenges to pull away from East Newton in the fourth quarter and secure a 24-14 win.

FOOTBALL LIVE UPDATES: Cassville vs. East Newton, Sept. 12
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Big plays not enough to top Mustangs
Big plays provided plenty of excitement for Cassville (0-2) on Saturday, but difficulty stopping McDonald County’s offense combined with a struggle to move the ball led to a 32-20 loss to the Mustangs on the road.

Mighty Mites season starts
Sixth-grade Mighty Mites against Republic.

Wildcats alumni celebrated at home opener against Seneca
The Cassville High School Football program recognized football alumni from the classes of 2000-2004 prior to the varsity game on Aug. 29. “Alumni Night is just a small way for us to show how much we appreciate the tradition that comes before us,” said Clay Weldy, Cassville High School head football coach. “The community of Cassville has embraced football, and Wildcat Nation has become an amazing 12th man for us over the years. Alumni Night is just a small way for us to show how much we appreciate the tradition that comes before us.” Alumni present at the time of the photo include, front row, from left: Joshua Robinson, Matt Weatherman, Robbie Artherton, Charles Garner and Shannon Hollingsworth. Back row: Richie Norris, Rodney Rambo, Trevor Williams, Matt Holtzman and Coach Lance Parnell.

FOOTBALL LIVE UPDATES: Cassville at McDonald County, Week 2
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‘Cats keep pace with Indians
In the last two seasons, Seneca had outscored Cassville 147-16 over three contests, and the Wildcats are hoping a one-possession loss to the Indians on Friday can be a springboard for the rest of this season.