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Randazzo endures near-misses, delivers game-winner in Vianney victory over Kirkwood in district semifinal

KIRKWOOD – Anthony Randazzo never wavered. The Vianney junior rocketed four shots within the frame of the Kirkwood goal from…

Whitfield finds extra gear to race past Parkway West in district semifinal

LADUE – Kaeden Anderson is a set piece guru. When a free kick opportunity arises, the Whitfield senior likes to…

John Burroughs completes undefeated season, captures first state title since 2010 with win over St. Joseph’s

MARYLAND HEIGHTS – Sarah Ding spent her summer practicing her shot. The John Burroughs junior already excelled as a playmaking…

Drye stays cool, leads second half comeback in Farmington OT victory over Webster Groves

KIRKWOOD – Despite a wet day, the roller coaster ride did not stop for Brett Drye. The Farmington junior quarterback,…

Ryan scores twice, Jackson shuts the door to propel St. Joseph’s to semifinal victory over Cor Jesu

MARYLAND HEIGHTS – The memories resurfaced for St. Joseph’s goalie Paige Jackson soon after the Angels qualified for the state…

Logsdon, Chapman power John Burroughs comeback victory over Villa Duchesne in state semifinal

MARYLAND HEIGHTS – John Burroughs coach Meridith Thorpe used the word “rattled.” Sophomore Kate Logsdon used the term “scared.” The…

Semifinal Spotlight: Villa Duchesne’s Anthon takes aim at fourth state title

Ella Anthon has a routine during the final week of October. Play two games, hoist a plaque, wear a medal,…

Villa Duchesne makes extra pass to cruise into 13th consecutive semifinal

FRONTENAC – The Villa Duchesne field hockey team found itself in an unusual conundrum. During their impressive streak of five…

Irving rushes for 323 yards, powers red-hot Chaminade to victory over Lutheran St. Charles

CREVE COEUR – Madden Irving had not taken any direct snaps this season. The Chaminade junior running back was enjoying…

‘Small Ball’ propels Jackson over Lindbergh for first district title in 25 years

SAPPINGTON – The first inning for the Jackson Indians gave new meaning to the phrase “a bloop and a blast.”…