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C2D2 GBK: East Carter moves on with win over Van Buren (2/20/24)The reigning Class 2 District 2 champions, the East Carter Lady Redbirds got an easy route to the semifinals after landing a first-round win in dominant fashion. The Lady Redbirds took on the Van Buren Lady Dawgs, and after connecting with many shots in the first half, East Carter walked away with a 95-30 victory and a spot in the semifinals...
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Jackson dominates to earn big victory over Lady Mules (2/2/24)The Poplar Bluff Lady Mules attempted to keep their recent hot streak rolling, but they had a tough task ahead as they hosted the Jackson Lady Indians on Thursday. After snagging their third consecutive win in their last contest, the Lady Mules struggled to get much going offensively and fell to Jackson 69-35 as their winning streak came to an end...
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BCT 2023: Puxico coach pleased so far, but seeking 'better defense' (12/30/23)BLOOMFIELD – The Puxico High School varsity boy’s basketball program has advanced to the MSHSAA State Finals on four different occasions, so to say the Indians are off to the best start in program history this winter may be incorrect. However, the last time Puxico challenged for a state title was 71 years ago (Class B second place in 1953), so it is accurate to state that Puxico is enjoying a historic year.
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Bloomfield Christmas Tournament: Van Buren makes school history with Cinderella run (12/30/23)BLOOMFIELD — For the first time in school history, Van Buren’s boys basketball team advanced to the final four of the Bloomfield Christmas Tournament. While the sixth-seeded Bulldogs ultimately fell to second-seeded East Prairie in the semifinals and to Puxico in Friday night’s third-place contest, Van Buren coach Jacob Black praised his team’s resiliency...
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BCT 2023: East Prairie clamps down on Van Buren, soar into championship game for first time since 1985 (12/29/23)BLOOMFIELD, Mo. — While offensive balance kept the scoreboard humming, it was East Prairie's stifling defense that slammed the door on Van Buren’s championship aspirations in a semifinal of the 67th Annual Bloomfield Christmas Tournament. The second-seeded Eagles (9-1) secured a 70-58 victory over the Bulldogs (8-2) on Thursday, Dec. 28, advancing to the championship game of the tournament for the first time in 38 years...
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BCT 2023: Van Buren wins Bulldog Brawl (12/27/23)BLOOMFIELD, Mo. — In a clash of canine contenders, the Van Buren Bulldogs (7-1) held off the South Pemiscot Bulldogs (3-3) for a 78-73 win in the opening round of the Bloomfield Christmas Tournament. Van Buren’s Hayes Towsley was practically unstoppable, slicing through the defense with an 11-for-12 shooting performance and a game-high 26 points...
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Previewing the Bloomfield Christmas Tournament (12/22/23)The rhythmic pound of sneakers, the symphony of bouncing balls, the rising roar of the crowd – here, sixteen teams stand cast in the shadows of legends past. But with ambitious eyes, these players and coaches are ready to score their chapter in the unfolding epic of the 67th Annual Bloomfield Christmas Tournament's hallowed hardwood history...
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5 girls' cross country runners to watch (8/14/23)The girls' cross country season is fast approaching. While much of the two-month season is done on the road, many local schools have at least one home meet. The past year proved that this is a sport where the small schools shine the brightest. Many of the area's brightest stars earned Semoball Awards nominations as underclassmen and are coming back for more...
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5 boys' cross country runners to watch (8/14/23)The boys' cross country season is fast approaching. While much of the two-month season is done on the road, many local schools have at least one home meet. The past year proved that this is a sport where the small schools shine the brightest. Many of the area's brightest stars earned Semoball Awards nominations as juniors and are coming back for more as seniors...
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St. Vincent girls win Class 1 District 1 track title (5/7/23)The St. Vincent girls' track and field team won the Class 1 District 1 championship on Saturday at Scott City High School. The top four finishers advance to the sectional round. St. Vincent sent three relays to sectionals and won the district title in the 4x200m with a time of 2:00.98. ...
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Charleston boys, Van Buren girls win Eva G. Henshaw Memorial (4/21/23)EAST PRAIRIE, Mo. — The Charleston boys’ and Van Buren girls’ track teams came away victorious at the Eva G. Henshaw Memorial at East Prairie High School on Thursday, April 20. Charleston won the boy's division with an overall team score of 103. The Bluejays claimed gold in four individual events, which was tied with Kennett for the most...
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Cape Central claims Kennett Quad; Saxony's Michael Hasz medals (4/20/23)KENNETT – Of four teams competing in the Kennett Quad Golf Tournament Wednesday, Cape Central came out on top with a total score of 243. Saxony Lutheran senior Michael Hasz was the tournament's medalist with a score of 43 on the 36-par course at the Kennett Country Club...
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Kennett Invitational Track and Field Meet Roundup (4/12/23)KENNETT – After 14 teams converged on Kennett High School Tuesday afternoon, Charleston boys and Sikeston girls came out on top at the Kennett Invitational track and field meet with team scores of 124 and 137, respectively. The hosts finished third in girls competition and second in boys. ...