football
Wildcats bigger and stronger up front
It’s not a flash position, but it’s a crucial one. Thirteen Wildcats have been working on the offensive and defensive lines this summer, preparing to work as a unit this football season.
Young receiving corps lines up for Cassville
A corps of juniors and sophomores will line up out wide for the Cassville football this season, hoping to benefit from some gametime experience and working with a veteran quarterback. Clay Weldy, Cassville football coach, said nine Wildcats are working at wide receiver, two of which — juniors Colton Roark and Riley James — have experience from 2023.
Wildcats hold football camp at William Jewell
Cassville football players meet at William Jewell College in Liberty last week ahead of the start of football camp.
Cassville football sets alumni night
The Cassville football program is set to honor players from the 1990s at the annual Alumni Night in September. Clay Weldy, Cassville football coach, said he is excited to recognize players from the 1995-1999 Wildcat football teams on Sept.
Experience to lead Wildcats’ gridiron offense
In a conference where experience is a trademark of a good team, the Cassville football squad is hoping to make good this season with a thirdyear starter ate quarterback and multiple backfield options who have seen snaps in recent years. Clay Weldy, Cassville football coach, said as the 2024 season approaches, a segment of the team’s faith will fall in the hands of senior Bodee Rose, entering his third year as starting quarterback.
Year in Photos — Cassville Football
Publisher’s note: Throughout the summer, the Cassville Democrat will feature the best unprinted photos from each team photographed during the 2023-2024 athletics seasons. — KT .
Rivalries rekindled by Big 8 restructure
The Cassville football team will rekindle Big 8 rivalries of yesteryear in its new schedule this season, which features a contest against each conference foe and one non-conference bout. Clay Weldy, Cassville football coach, said he's excited to play a Big 8 Conference slate consisting of Cassville, Aurora, East Newton, Lamar, Nevada, McDonald County, Monett, Mt.
MSHSAA announces Show-Me Bowl venues
The Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) has announced two top-tier venues that will play host to the Show-Me Bowl for the next five years. In its April meeting, the MSHSAA Board of Directors voted to approve Columbia as the host city for the 2024 MSHSAA Show-Me Bowl for Classes 1-6.
100+ attend youth camp
The Cassville football program held its annual youth camp for grades 2-5 on May 6-8, with more than 100 children participating. The camp is run by high school and middle school football coaches, as well as the high school football players. Marck Recycling sponsored the camp shirts.
