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Troy crowns four champions, dethrones Francis Howell Central to earn first district title

WENTZVILLE – Four years ago, Zoey Haney walked into Mizzou Arena as the lone state qualifier for the Troy girls…

Cardinal Ritter finds defensive identity, soars past CBC in late season showdown

Cardinal Ritter used an explosive fourth quarter to pull past CBC in a late season showdown on Feb. 13, 2025.

Douglas steps away as De Smet lacrosse head coach after 10 seasons

CREVE COEUR – Joe Douglas, who guided the De Smet lacrosse program to four consecutive state championship appearances, culminating in…

Francis Howell survives furious Zumwalt West comeback to grab control of GAC South race

O’FALLON, MO – Danielle Moore wanted to make amends. The Francis Howell senior was late in her defensive rotation and…

Jackson turns up pressure to earn comeback victory over Francis Howell for Lindbergh Invitational championship

SAPPINGTON – As her coach discussed strategical adjustments at halftime, Jackson senior Cameron Alsdorf knew another change she and her…

Shane shifts to perimeter, powers Ursuline to victory over resilient Cor Jesu in GISL showdown

OAKLAND – With her 6-foot-2 frame, Evelyn Shane does most of her work near the basket.  But with that area…

Massey reaches milestone, powers De Smet to hard-fought victory over Westminster in Lindbergh Flyer Classic championship

SAPPINGTON – De Smet senior Riley Massey suspected he might be approaching the 1,000-point milestone. Before he left for school…

Westminster excels in final minutes, outlasts Logan-Rogersville in Lindbergh Classic semis

SAPPINGTON- Close games had not been friendly to the Westminster boys basketball team. The Wildcats had lost their previous four…

Jones’ playmaking ability propels Cardinal Ritter over Hickman in Visitation Tourney quarterfinal

TOWN AND COUNTRY – Daijah Jones knew the third quarter was nearing its expiration when she received a pass along…

De Smet defense suffocates Nixa ground attack in second half to power Spartans to Class 6 title

COLUMBIA, MO – Cornerback Josiah Houston called it an ‘identity crisis.’ Defensive end Quincy Byas chalked it up to ‘miscommunication.’…