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There is no better way for the Southeast Missouri State volleyball team to cap off their 50th season as a program than clinching the Ohio Valley Conference regular season championship on their final home game. Home is where the heart is, but for the Redhawks, it's also where the wins are. SEMO went 8-1 in Houck Field House while also going 7-7 on the road and 3-4 in neutral sites...

BENTON, Mo. — Kelly has much to celebrate as several of its softball players have been recognized for their outstanding contributions this season. For the second consecutive year, Blaire Riley earned all-state honors from the Missouri High School Fastpitch Coaches Association...

SIKESTON — The once-ravaged tennis courts at Sikeston High School have been reborn. After suffering significant damage from a powerful tornado in May, the courts have been repaired, offering a renewed space and sparking excitement for local athletes and the community...

Moral victories may not be something any coach or player cares to tally up. But when you’re a college basketball team in a mid-major conference like Southeast Missouri State, the only way into March Madness is by winning the conference tournament title in March. So everything from here until conference play is about how improved and competitive a team looks...

ORAN, Mo. — While the Oran volleyball team faced challenges this season, finishing with an 8-17-0 record, they still had plenty to celebrate. Several players earned well-deserved postseason honors, showcasing their individual talent and the team's potential for future success...

Former Southeast Missouri State (SEMO) baseball pitcher Noah Niznik has turned a standout college career into a rookie season to remember with the Savannah Bananas, earning the Rookie of the Year award for 2024. Known for his dominance on the mound at SEMO, Niznik has seamlessly transitioned into the high-energy, dance-filled world of Banana Ball, where athleticism meets entertainment...

Jackson and Dexter clinch district titles, advancing to quarterfinals. St. Vincent dominates Van-Far, securing a spot in the district title game. Check out the Week 13 Semoball Area Football Power Rankings.

CRYSTAL CITY, Mo. — In a dramatic semifinal clash in the MSHSAA Class 1, District 1 Tournament, Charleston faced a heart-wrenching 36-34 defeat at Crystal City on Friday, Nov. 15. The contest was a whirlwind of emotions, culminating in an overtime showdown that left the Blue Jays (7-4, 4-1 SEMO South) just shy of victory...

The FSCB Holiday Classic expands to 16 teams for the first time in its history. Discover the teams to watch, returning stars, and contenders for the title in this December's basketball showdown.

Here is a list of the area's statistical leaders in volleyball this season. The top 12 players in each category are listed. Kills: Angel Johnson, Clarkton, 533; Lilyan Landis, Scott City, 477; Katy St. John, Jackson, 467; Kate Nichols, Dexter, 466; Addison Carlton, Advance, 428; Reagan Howe, Oak Ridge, 421; Bailey Henry, Bernie, 410; Gloriaha Farmer, Portageville, 381; Piper Underwood, Cape Central, 369; Kate Rubel, St. ...

SEMO adds local talent Southeast Missouri State added some local talent on Thursday, Nov. 14, as high school seniors across Missouri signed their letters of intent to play in college. The men's basketball team added more height for the future by signing Sikeston's 7-foot senior center Trace Sadler...

ST CHARLES, Mo. — A tenacious defender with a knack for getting to the rim, Jadis Jones has always been a step ahead of the competition, and his immediate impact on the Division I level at Lindenwood University has been undeniable. This week, the Ohio Valley Conference recognized his stellar debut by naming him Freshman of the Week, a promising start to what could be a stellar college career...

Players from Caruthersville, Cape Central, Dexter and Farmington have been selected as finalists as the most outstanding football players in the SEMO Conference. Jermonte Alexander of Caruthersville, Jett Grams of Dexter and Zai’Aire Thomas of Cape Central are in the running to take home the Carr Trophy, given to the conference’s most outstanding player, while Nolan Alford of Dexter, Oscar Dominguez of Caruthersville and Kaesen McClain of Farmington are finalists for the Derland Moore Award as the top defensive players in the conference.. ...

The Southeast Missouri State Redhawks host a Western Illinois team that is trying to emulate the example set by head coach Tom Matukewicz. The Leathernecks, under first-year head coach Joe Davis, are 3-7, 2-4 in their first season in the Big South-OVC. It's an improvement over the past two winless seasons during their final years in the Missouri Valley Football Conference...

Southeast Missouri State men’s basketball coach Brad Korn said leading up to Wednesday’s home opener that starting the season at Bradley and Vanderbilt exposed the Redhawks’ early weakness. The Redhawks took out a first week of frustration with a landslide victory over NAIA member Crowley’s Ridge 93-38 on Nov. 13, at the Show Me Center...

COLUMBIA, Mo. — Kelly had a solid showing at the MSHSAA Class 2 State Meet at Gans Creek Cross Country Course on Saturday, Nov. 9, highlighted by senior Truman White’s All-State performance.  White’s 28th-place finish, clocking in at 17 minutes and 57.50 seconds, not only secured All-State honors but also shattered a 15-year drought, making him the first Kelly runner to earn this distinction since 2008 when Cody Kern and Tara Johnson achieved similar accolades...

COLUMBIA, Mo. — With a legacy of excellence, Kelly added another feather to its cap by winning the Missouri Cheerleading Coaches Association (MCCA) Class 2A Small Division state title for the second year in a row. This victory, achieved on Nov. 2 at the University of Missouri, marks the program's seventh state title and the sixth under the leadership of head coach Billy Hoskins...

During the 2024 Ohio Valley Conference cross-country meet the Redhawks qualified 14 runners for the Midwest Regional.  Seniors Noah Little and Justin Splitt, juniors Jacob Blassingame, Clayton Eftink, and Byron Sowerby, sophomore Cade McCadams, and freshman Evan Fuller are competing on the men's side. Competing for the women are senior Madelyn Gray, juniors Alayna Sparr and Kayla Vogelsang, sophomores Brooklyn Bender and Nova Ojutkangas, and freshmen Lauren Eftink and Cordelia Hoover...

The Southeast Missouri State Redhawks host the Leathernecks of Western Illinois in the final home game of the regular season on Saturday, Nov. 16. SEMO (8-2, 5-1 Big South-OVC) dropped to No. 12 in the nation after the 24-12 upset loss at Lindenwood a week ago. The Redhawks still sit atop the Big South-Ohio Valley Conference while Western Illinois (3-7, 2-4 Big South-OVC) is seventh in the conference standings...

SEMO and JCAA conference volleyball teams released By Justin Trovillion ~ Southeast Missourian Earlier this week the all-conference volleyball teams were released for the SEMO North and South conferences and the JCAA conference. St. Vincent's Brie and Kate Rubel were named first-team All-JCAA while Brigid Sauer and Haley Emmendorfer were named second-team...

Discover which teams are dominating Week 12 as Caruthersville climbs the rankings with a big win and Cape Central narrowly avoids an upset. Get the latest on district finals matchups and power rankings.

Local runners across Southeast Missouri raced on Friday-Saturday, Nov. 8-9, in Columbia for the MSHSAA cross country championships. Woodland boys' won the MSHSAA Class 2 state championship for the second consecutive year. Notre Dame placed second in the Class 3 boys' meet, while Dexter placed fourth...

CARUTHERSVILLE – Third-year Caruthersville High School football coach Dom Guglielmo has preached to his team this season that he wants “fast starts” on both sides of the ball, but the Tigers haven’t always been able to do that. In Friday’s MSHSAA Class 2 District 1 semifinal win over East Prairie at Hopke Field, that wasn’t an issue.

ST. LOUIS — Seven years after being drafted by the St. Louis Blues, third-year defenseman Scott Perunovich scored his first career NHL goal. It was the lone bright spot in an 8-1 home loss against the Washington Capitals on Saturday, Nov. 9, at the Enterprise Center...

CHARLESTON, Mo. — In a game that started with a sleepy first half, Charleston awoke with a vengeance, unleashing a rapid-fire scoring spree to secure a 50-16 grilling of Chaffee in the Class 1, District 1 Quarterfinal at John H. Marshall Field on Friday, Nov. 8...

Third time was the charm for Lindenwood. The Lions saluted their seniors and shocked the FCS world with a shocking upset win over No. 6 Southeast Missouri State 24-12 on a soaked Saturday afternoon in St. Charles. It was the first time the Lions took home the Gameball Brawl trophy since moving to Division I and establishing the Big South-OVC rivalry with SEMO. The Redhawks have won the past two meetings by double-digits...

FARMINGTON, Mo. — Sikeston saw its season come to a close with a 3-1 defeat at Farmington in the semifinals of the MSHSAA Class 4, District 1 Tournament on Tuesday, Nov. 5. Despite the loss, the Bulldogs (14-7-1) can take pride in a season that saw them overcome challenges and consistently perform at a high level, culminating in their most successful campaign in more than a decade. ...

The Southeast Missouri State football team emerges from their second bye week of the season undefeated in FCS play, leading the Big South-OVC and riding a seven-game winning streak. The bye week came at an opportune time for the Redhawks, who have piled up injuries right next to their stack of victories. SEMO head coach Tom Matukewicz said he took the opportunity to give his players the week off to rest before returning to preparation for their next game...

IRONTON, Mo. — Charleston’s Brown Logan has punched his ticket to the MSHSAA Class 2 State Meet, set to take place at Gans Creek Cross Country Course in Columbia, Missouri on Saturday, Nov. 9. “It was a surreal feeling,” Logan said. “It took a second to set in that all the hard work over the last four years had finally paid off, but once it did I felt ecstatic.”...

COLUMBIA, Mo. — East Prairie once again etched its name into Missouri cheerleading history, capturing the Class 2A Large Division State Championship title for the second consecutive year. The victory, celebrated on November 2 at the University of Missouri’s Hearnes Center in Columbia, marks a significant achievement for the team and solidified its position as a powerhouse in the state...

FARMINGTON, Mo. — Sikeston kicked off its playoff campaign with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Cape Central in the opening round of the MSHSAA Class 4, District 1 Tournament on Saturday, Nov. 2. The Bulldogs (14-6-1), led by multiple standout performances, capitalized on key moments to secure the victory over the Tigers (10-9-0)...

HILLSBORO, Mo. — Sikeston’s season ended on a tough note, falling 55-22 at Hillsboro in the opening round of the MSHSAA Class 4, District 1 Tournament on Friday, Nov. 1. Though the season ended sooner than hoped, the Bulldogs (3-7, 0-4 SEMO North) flashed potential under head coach Jim May’s guidance, battling through adversity and building a strong foundation for the years to come...

NEW MADRID, Mo. — A month ago, Kelly was humbled by New Madrid County Central, but this past Friday, the Hawks (5-5, 1-3 SEMO Central) exacted revenge, delivering a knockout blow to the Eagles (4-6, 2-2 SEMO Central) with a 36-12 victory. “We faced some adversity, and we played through that and didn’t lose focus,” said Kelly coach Lance Powers. ...

EAST PRAIRIE, Mo. — East Prairie turned the tables on Scott City, avenging an earlier season shutout with a decisive 49-29 victory in the opening round of the MSHSAA Class 2, District 1 Tournament on Friday, Nov. 1. Under the tutelage of first-year head coach Ian Penrod, the Eagles (8-2, 3-1 SEMO Central) have instilled a winning culture, and their physical and aggressive style of play was on full display as they outplayed the Rams (5-4, 2-3 SEMO South) in all phases of the game...

Poplar Bluff surges with a key win, setting the stage for a major clash between Caruthersville and East Prairie in the postseason. Discover who's climbing the Semoball Area Football Power Rankings.

CARUTHERSVILLE – Third-year Caruthersville High School football coach Dom Guglielmo entered this season wanting his young athletes to grasp the opportunity that lay ahead of them this fall, and here it is November, and there is little debate that the Tigers have done just that.

WAPPAPELLO, Mo. — Under the crisp autumn skies of Lake Wappapello, Todd Turlington reeled in a decisive victory, capturing the top spot with a five-bass haul that tipped the scales at 9 pounds, 5 ounces. His impressive haul not only secured him the top spot but also earned him the Big Bass honors with a standout catch weighing 2 pounds, 9 ounces...

PERRYVILLE, Mo. — St. Vincent conjured a spooky victory on Halloween night, casting a spell over Portageville with a 3-0 sweep in the sectional round of the MSHSAA Class 2 Tournament.  The Lady Indians’ (21-8-5) supernatural skills transformed the court into a haunted house for the Lady Bulldogs (30-6-2), who were lost in a labyrinth of horror...

Discover the top high school football stat leaders in the Semoball area through Week 9. From passing and rushing to tackling and interceptions, see who's dominating the field this season.

Since the start of training camp, Scott City head coach Brian Beaubien’s primary focus has been preparing the Rams for the playoffs. Regardless of whether they win or lose during the regular season, progress was the purpose. Now, the playoffs are here. Everything the Rams worked for will be applied on Friday, Nov. 1, at East Prairie...

On what has been a disappointing 11th season of Kelly High School football, one player has emerged to make 2024 memorable. Senior wide receiver Grant Burleson finished the regular season leading the SEMO Conference with 728 yards and eight touchdowns. Not only that, he has also secured his place as the Hawks' all-time leading receiver...

SIKESTON — Sikeston closed out its home season with a ruthless 8-0 demolition of Fredericktown at Bill Lawson Memorial Field on Monday, Oct. 28.  The Bulldogs (12-6-1) dominated from the opening whistle, overwhelming their opponents with relentless pressure and clinical finishing. The Blackcats (5-13-0)  struggled to contain the onslaught, as the mercy rule was invoked early in the second half, highlighting the sheer dominance of the home side...

Check out Missouri's latest high school football rankings as St. Vincent ups its lead on the top spot in Class 1 while Jackson makes a comeback. Discover the key movements ahead of the postseason.

Get ready for postseason high school football in Southeast Missouri as Jackson holds the top spot after a dominant win over Festus. Discover the final regular season top 10 rankings and key matchups.

In a game in which No. 6 Southeast Missouri State defeated Gardner-Webb 30-24 on homecoming Saturday, the turnovers can be the difference between winning and losing. SEMO defensive back Ty Leonard swooped in and intercepted Gardner-Webb quarterback Tyler Ridell not once but twice, evening him with the number of picks Paxton DeLaurent threw...

Injuries are a part of the nature of football. All great teams win the battle of attrition on their way to the top. However, there's nothing common about the No. 6 Southeast Missouri State Redhawks continuing to soar despite how many times their wings get clipped...

CHARLESTON, Mo. — Bernard Betts was simply unstoppable in Charleston’s 32-14 win against Sikeston at John H. Marshall Field on Friday, Oct. 25. Betts finished the day with a ridiculous 238 rushing yards and four touchdowns on just 11 carries, eclipsing the 1,000 all-purpose yards mark for the season and propelling the Blue Jays (6-3, 4-1 SEMO South) to a dominant win over the Bulldogs (3-6, 0-4 SEMO North) in each squad’s regular-season finale...

NEW MADRID, Mo. — On a night dedicated to honoring its seniors, New Madrid County Central’s grizzled veterans refused to let their final home game end in disappointment, rallying from a late deficit to secure a thrilling 28-27 victory over Portageville on Thursday, Oct. 24...

SIKESTON — On a night dedicated to celebrating their contributions, Sikeston’s seniors delivered an unforgettable performance, coasting to an 8-0 win against Hillsboro at Bill Lawson Memorial Field on Thursday, Oct. 24. The Bulldogs’ victory over the Hawks (3-19-0) was more than just a win; it was a statement of how far the team has come. Matching last season’s win total,...

Looking to motivate his team going into the regular season finale, Kelly head coach Lance Powers promised his players a postgame celebration at McDonalds if they can keep their opponents scoreless. Such as the Grimace effect on the New York Mets, the Kelly Hawks were inspired by the lure of the Golden Arches and went on to defeat the Chaffee Red Devils 48-0 on Friday, Oct. 25, in Chaffee...