Ready, Set...

Sikeston head football coach Kent Gibbs gives instructions during practice Thursday afternoon. The Bulldogs are making final preparations for their Class 4 quarterfinal game against Ladue on Saturday. The game will begin at 1:30 p.m. at Sikeston Public Schools Stadium with tailgating starting at 9 a.m. For more on Saturday's game, see today's sports section.

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