New Madrid County Central student athletes and their coaches used much of their summer to prepare for the upcoming fall athletic season. In addition to weight training and conditioning, athletes also gathered for camps to hone their skills. Top photo: Coach Tyler Fullhart speaks to players following a practice. Left: Volleyball coach Rae Jean Haines shows players the proper way to hold their hands while defending. To view the volleyball photo gallery, click here: https://standard-democrat.com/gallery/43946