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Sophomores Bishop and Barker star for Eagles in District semifinal victory versus Tigers
SPRINGFIELD — Simultaneously and perhaps justifiably, Kaden Bishop gave Nixa coach Evan Palmer a signal he was OK…
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Jays expect O-line to return to good health; Clark’s status a question mar
The secret most definitely got out on Tysyn Clark’s offensive explosiveness during the course of this season, but…
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Weldy making favorable impression as sophomore in Eagles’ secondary
One of the best endorsements Nixa sophomore safety Brooks Weldy has received comes courtesy of a fellow safety…
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Overcoming the odds, Newell returns to play volleyball again
In August of 2025, Bailey Newell, 18, and her boyfriend were returning home from Whitewater when a distracted…
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Semifinal showdowns — Ozark, Nixa and Joplin all playing at home Friday
Even as fellow COC members, Ozark and Joplin coaches have been digging for scouting reports on each other,…
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Myers’ return to gridiron has added to Jays’ list of weapons at wide receiver
In year two of his return to the gridiron, Clever senior Braxton Myers doesn’t categorize himself anymore strictly…
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Allen’s punt return TD and Vestal’s four scoring strikes lift Jays to opening-round District blowout
After so many opponents game-planned for Clever’s Trenton Allen in regular-season play, the Jays’ dynamic wide receiver turned…
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Roark shows Lady Tigers made right move by making her a six-rotation setter and hitter
Lucy Roark has emphatically confirmed Ozark coach Adeana Chrestman’s pre-season decision to have the Lady Tigers switch to…
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Scouting El Dorado Springs-Clever — Jays’ defense looks to remain stout
Clever’s return to Class 2 playoff football finds the Jays as the Class 2 District 4 No. 2…
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Only a year removed from freshman ball, Elet puts a capper on Ozark’s District title
REPUBLIC — Considering the constant noise around her, Jillian Elet responded to a near capacity crowd and all…