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Jackson football gears up to face Kirkwood in a high-stakes quarterfinal clash. Both teams boast strong seasons, with Kirkwood seeking a return to its first semifinals since 2016 and Jackson eyeing another berth.

Fourth-year Puxico High School boy’s basketball coach Bryant Fernetti, who also serves as the school’s athletic director, has no one to blame but himself when he takes a glance at the Indians’ non-conference schedules this winter.

Jackson football clinches back-to-back district titles with a dominant 49-28 win over Seckman. Quarterback Drew Parsons shines with six touchdowns, setting up a state quarterfinal clash with Kirkwood.

Here is a list of the area's statistical leaders in volleyball this season. The top 12 players in each category are listed. Kills: Angel Johnson, Clarkton, 533; Lilyan Landis, Scott City, 477; Katy St. John, Jackson, 467; Kate Nichols, Dexter, 466; Addison Carlton, Advance, 428; Reagan Howe, Oak Ridge, 421; Bailey Henry, Bernie, 410; Gloriaha Farmer, Portageville, 381; Piper Underwood, Cape Central, 369; Kate Rubel, St. ...

Jackson senior Wade LaValle ended his swimming career at the Class 2 MSHSAA state championships on Friday, Nov. 15, in St. Peters. LaValle placed 8th in the 500-yard freestyle consolation finals with a time of 5:04.3 for an All-State honorable mention. LaValle reached the consolation finals on Thursday with a 16th-place finish and a time of 5:01.52...

The 2024 MSHSAA Swimming and Diving Championships began on Thursday, Nov. 14, in St. Peters, starting with the Class 2 preliminary heats. Jackson competed as a team in the 200-yard medley relay and the 400-yard freestyle relay. Jackson senior Wade LaValle placed 19th in the 200-yard freestyle and finished 16th 500-yard freestyle to qualify for the finals on Friday...

Jackson football clinches a district final spot after a 31-14 victory over Lindbergh. Despite midgame struggles, strong defense and standout plays by Drew Parsons and Jaylon Hampton secured the win.

Drew Parsons gears up for a playoff rematch against Lindbergh, marking a full-circle moment since his breakout debut. Can Parsons lead Jackson to defend their district title?

Poplar Bluff surges with a key win, setting the stage for a major clash between Caruthersville and East Prairie in the postseason. Discover who's climbing the Semoball Area Football Power Rankings.

For the third year in a row, the Jackson volleyball team ran into the brick wall that is the Lafayette Lancers. For the third year in a row, a promising Indians season ends with a three-set loss (25-13, 25-8, 25-15) against the two-time defending Class 5 state champions on Saturday, Nov. 2, in Wildwood...

Jackson volleyball clinched its sixth consecutive district title with a win over Cor Jesu, setting up a quarterfinal clash against Lafayette. Can Jackson break past its postseason nemesis?

Check out Missouri's latest high school football rankings as St. Vincent ups its lead on the top spot in Class 1 while Jackson makes a comeback. Discover the key movements ahead of the postseason.

Get ready for postseason high school football in Southeast Missouri as Jackson holds the top spot after a dominant win over Festus. Discover the final regular season top 10 rankings and key matchups.

Lafayette softball triumphs over Jackson 4-1, securing a spot in the Class 5 state final four for the first time in 17 years. Pitcher Abby Carr shines, leading the Lancers to victory.

Jackson dominates Festus 43-7 on senior night, unveiling red chrome helmets and showcasing a fierce defense. With a 6-game win streak, the Indians eye a strong playoff run. Can they maintain momentum?

HILLSBORO — Brothers Preston and Payton Brown have become synonymous with excellence during their careers on the football field. Both Browns helped the Hillsboro football Hawks reach the Class 4 state championship game last fall — and that success has continued in 2024...

Catch the final week of Southeast Missouri's football season with Jackson vs. Festus at "The Pit". Discover key matchups as teams vie for district spots and conference titles. Don't miss the action!

The Scott City Rams closed out the home slate of their regular season in grand fashion on Monday, Oct. 21, with a five-set victory over perennial state powerhouse Advance. "We couldn't have asked for a better regular season game closer," Scott City head coach Cindy Henry said. "It's always great to win on your home floor but it exceptionally feels good to beat Advance, a very strong, well-coached Advance, is always nice."...

ST. LOUIS — The Poplar Bluff Lady Mules tennis team saw its season end in the Class 2 state quarterfinals on Monday with a 5-0 loss to MICDS. “Our girls played solid tennis today but came up short,” Poplar Bluff coach Michelle Massey said. “Many of their games went to deuce, which shows our girls hung in there. I’m proud of their season and how they stayed strong all season.”...

East Prairie dominates Charleston, climbing rankings as Poplar Bluff reclaims a spot. Jackson and St. Vincent hold top positions in Southeast Missouri's Week 9 football power rankings.

Jackson secures fifth straight win with a 55-14 victory in St. Louis, setting up a crucial clash with Festus. Can they continue their winning streak and secure a first-round playoff bye?

It was a great day to be a Jackson Indian at Thursday’s SEMO Conference cross country meet. The Indians and Lady Indians easily claimed both team titles in the annual culmination to the regular season at Ozark Ridge Golf Course in Poplar Bluff — but it was a pair of Notre Dame runners who won individual titles to take momentum into the postseason...

Get ready for an action-packed Week 8 in Southeast Missouri football with thrilling North-South matchups. From Kelly's St. Louis showdown to Scott City's rivalry clash, find out which games are must-watch.

For seven seniors who saw nothing but success throughout their four years with the Jackson volleyball team, Monday night's home finale against Fox was the end of their era. The Indians went out on a swift and high note, with a straight-set sweep against the Warriors on Oct. 14, in Jackson...

Conference play winds down as local high school football teams jostle for top spots. Jackson reclaims No. 1, East Prairie climbs to a record high, and NMCC enters the top 10 in the Semoball rankings.

Don't miss Week 7's thrilling Southeast Missouri high school football action as Scott City faces Charleston and Kelly takes on East Prairie. Discover which teams are poised for victory.

Cape Central's fall from grace shakes up the Week 7 football rankings as Jackson climbs, Caruthersville dominates, and St. Vincent claims the top spot for the first time this season.

Kennett-Holcomb clinches back-to-back SEMO Tennis Titles, edging out Jackson by two points.

Explore the top high school football stat leaders in the Semoball area through Week 5. Discover standout performances in passing, rushing, receiving, and defense across 18 local teams.

Get ready for a thrilling Week 6 in Southeast Missouri high school football as Cape Central hosts Jackson in a pivotal rivalry game. Can Cape Central end an eight-year losing streak?

Charleston's upset blowout over Portageville headlines a wild Week 6 in Southeast Missouri high school football, marked by hurricane winds, rescheduled games, and standout performances across the Semoball area.

Jackson's ground game dominated in a stormy 57-9 win over Poplar Bluff, led by Jaylon Hampton’s five-touchdown, 191-yard performance.

The Jackson boys soccer team rebounded from their home opening loss to Lindbergh on Monday by sinking the Perryville Pirates 5-1 on Senior Night Thursday in Jackson, Mo. "You can tell we were a little fired up from Monday's game. We didn't feel like we played real well on Monday and I thought our boys responded really well," Jackson head coach Zack Walton said. "I thought our seniors stepped up and played well tonight."...

Statistical leaders from the Semoball coverage area through four games. Semoball.com covers 20 local high school football programs, 18 of which field varsity teams for the 2024 season. Schools included in these totals are Cape Central, Caruthersville, Chaffee, Charleston, Dexter, East Prairie, Hayti, Jackson, Kelly, Kennett, Malden, New Madrid County Central, Perryville, Poplar Bluff, Portageville, Scott City, Sikeston and St. Vincent...

Midseason football heats up in Southeast Missouri with Week 5's top matchups. Cape Central hosts St. Dominic for Homecoming, Jackson faces archrival Poplar Bluff, and St. Vincent battles Hayti. Don't miss the action.

A change of scenery was not enough to lift the Poplar Bluff Lady Mules softball team past the Jackson Indians on Tuesday. Playing at Strenfel Field since the Jackson field was too wet to play on, the Lady Mules managed just two hits and fell victim to a nine-run, three-home run third inning on the way to a 13-0 loss...

Cape Central dominates, St. Vincent rises, and Scott City shakes up the standings. Discover how these top teams are positioning themselves for the season ahead.

Statistical leaders from the Southeast Missourian coverage area through three games. The Southeast Missourian covers seven local football teams: Cape Central, Chaffee, Jackson, Kelly, Perryville, Scott City and St. Vincent...

Southeast Missouri State head coach Tom Matukewicz said in a preseason conversation that he aimed to give any local athlete with the skill to play college football an opportunity to come to Houck Field and make the hometown team. Many of those local football players join SEMO as a preferred walk-on with hopes of making an impact like Jackson alum and senior linebacker Bryce "Mr. SEMO" Norman...

Southeast Missouri's Week 4 football action is packed with conference clashes and key matchups. Perryville and St. Vincent aim to extend their winning ways, while Cape Central and Jackson are favored in crucial games.

Cape Central claims the top spot in Semoball's Week 4 football rankings after a dominant win over Sikeston. Jackson drops to No. 2 following a tough loss, while Dexter and St. Vincent round out the top four.

One day and one location change later, Jackson football finally got to match up with Edwardsville, but the Tigers marched all over the Indians in a 41-7 demolition back on the east side of the Mississippi River. After threats of on-campus violence pushed the sides to renegotiate their Friday matchup in Jackson to a Saturday night, 6 p.m. matchup in Edwardsville, Illinois, what was already a weird game got even weirder...

Statistical leaders from the Southeast Missourian coverage area through two games. The Southeast Missourian covers seven local football teams: Cape Central, Chaffee, Jackson, Kelly, Perryville, Scott City and St. Vincent...

Power matchups headline Week 3 as local schools gear up for conference play. Cape Central faces Sikeston, Jackson battles Edwardsville, and St. Vincent takes on Perryville in the Mayor’s Cup. Full projections inside.

Missouri high school football rankings see significant movement as local teams surge. St. Vincent Indians climb to No. 2 in Class 1 after a stunning victory, while Cape Central breaks into Class 5's top 10.

St. Vincent and Scott City surge in Week 3 high school football rankings after impressive wins. Jackson and Cape Central hold top spots, but big shakeups loom with key matchups ahead. Check out the latest power rankings.

The Jackson Indians secured their first win of the 2024 season with a commanding 49-26 victory over Cahokia at the Gateway Scholars Football Classic.

Statistical leaders from the Southeast Missourian coverage area through six games. The Southeast Missourian covers seven local football teams: Cape Central, Chaffee*, Jackson, Kelly, Perryville, Scott City and St. Vincent...

High school football heats up in Southeast Missouri with Week 2's marquee matchups. From Cape Central's expected dominance to the fierce Scott City vs. Kelly rivalry, see which teams are poised to impress.

Wade Lavalle enters the 2024 boys' swimming season with a handful of goals. Leave the home pool with new records, finish the season with a better performance at the state championships, and find a prime landing spot to continue his swimming career in college...