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Semoball season high school volleyball stat leaders (11/15/24)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. ...
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Another week, another rout for focused Caruthersville FB (11/4/24)CARUTHERSVILLE – Third-year Caruthersville High School football coach Dom Guglielmo entered this season wanting his young athletes to grasp the opportunity that lay ahead of them this fall, and here it is November, and there is little debate that the Tigers have done just that.
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St. Vincent’s boo-tiful performance leads to sectional win over Portageville (11/1/24)PERRYVILLE, Mo. — St. Vincent conjured a spooky victory on Halloween night, casting a spell over Portageville with a 3-0 sweep in the sectional round of the MSHSAA Class 2 Tournament. The Lady Indians’ (21-8-5) supernatural skills transformed the court into a haunted house for the Lady Bulldogs (30-6-2), who were lost in a labyrinth of horror...
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Portageville Bulldogs beat Malden to secure fourth consecutive district volleyball title (10/30/24)Portageville Bulldogs secure fourth straight district volleyball title, defeating Malden in three sets.
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Malden advances to District championship after win over East Prairie (10/29/24)Malden Green Wave reach District finals after defeating East Prairie 3-1.
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NMCC seniors seal dramatic win over Portageville (10/26/24)NEW MADRID, Mo. — On a night dedicated to honoring its seniors, New Madrid County Central’s grizzled veterans refused to let their final home game end in disappointment, rallying from a late deficit to secure a thrilling 28-27 victory over Portageville on Thursday, Oct. 24...
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Distracted Tigers eventually run away from Bulldogs in 55-20 rout (10/21/24)CARUTHERSVILLE – Just minutes before the kickoff of the Caruthersville vs. Portageville football game on Saturday at Hopke Field, something was amiss with the Tigers.
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Four Years, Four Titles: Portageville claims another championship (10/19/24)PORTAGEVILLE, MO. — A new standard of excellence has been set in the Bootheel Conference Tournament, as Portageville claims its fourth consecutive championship with a straight-set win over Campbell on Thursday, Oct. 17. The Lady Bulldogs (27–4-2) ascension from contender to conference powerhouse can be attributed to the exceptional guidance and game-changing smarts of coach Sasha Kellams, a former Portageville star who has brought her championship pedigree back home...
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The Missing Piece: Bogan’s return transforms Portageville (10/14/24)PORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — Xayvion Bogan wouldn’t let a broken collarbone sideline him for long. After a grueling six-week recovery from a broken collarbone, the Portageville standout returned to the gridiron with a vengeance, leading his team to a dominant 53-8 victory over Malden on Oct. 4...
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Missouri Media Rankings, Oct. 7: Caruthersville reenters Class 2 picture after big win (10/7/24)Caruthersville storms back into Missouri's Class 2 rankings after a decisive win over Scott City. Discover the latest shifts in Southeast Missouri football's state stature as Week 7 approaches.
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Semoball high school football stat leaders through Week 5 (10/3/24)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.
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Portageville overpowers Sikeston in straight sets (10/3/24)SIKESTON — Portageville extended its winning streak against Sikeston with a resounding victory at the Field House on Monday, Sep. 30. Portageville (23-3-2) controlled the match from start to finish, winning in straight sets over Sikeston (4-13-0). “Overall, it was a really good night,” said Portageville coach Sasha Kellams. “Our communication was good and our girls are focusing on the right things. It’s good to see it all paying off.”...
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Muddy Mayhew: Clark and Betts lead Charleston past Portageville (9/28/24)CHARLESTON, MO. — The remnants of Hurricane Helene brought a taste of the tropics to Missouri on Friday Night, as Charleston emerged victorious 34-12 over Portageville at John H. Marshall Field. The game was played under challenging conditions, with heavy rain and wind gusts reaching 30 mph...
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Semoball high school football stat leaders through Week 4 (9/26/24)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...
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Rising stars shine as Portageville overcomes Twin Rivers (9/25/24)PORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — Despite losing several key players from its recent district championship dynasty, Portageville has shown no signs of slowing down, easily defeating Twin Rivers in straight sets on Monday, Sep. 23. The Lady Bulldogs (20-3-2) continue to turn potential into performance, displaying a seamless blend of skill, teamwork and determination that has kept their winning streak alive...
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WEEK 5 TOP 10: Scott City shakeup causes movement among three-way conference tie (9/23/24)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.
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Scott City Ram hand Portageville their first loss of the season (9/21/24)Scott City Rams Upset Undefeated Portageville Bulldogs 28-24.
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WEEK 4 SEMOBALL TOP 10: New No. 1 crowned after wild football weekend (9/16/24)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.
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Missouri Media Rankings, Sep. 9: Local teams all rising with strong performances (9/9/24)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.
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WEEK 3 TOP 10: St. Vincent, Scott City making waves after huge wins (9/9/24)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.
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Familiar faces square off in Portageville vs. Hayti FB match-up (9/6/24)No football coach in the Bootheel knows more of what to expect from its opponent tonight than Portageville High School’s Lucas Rayfield does of Hayti High School.
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Webster addresses mistakes after tough loss in week one (9/6/24)Kennett coach Andrew Webster addresses week one mistakes after a tough 28-6 loss to Portageville, emphasizing the need to fix turnovers and penalties.
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Missouri Media Rankings, Sep. 2: St. Vincent flying in first media poll release (9/2/24)In the first release of the Missouri Media Rankings, Southeast Missouri teams were well-represented, including one particular team that jumped into early contention. After a jaw-dropping 53-0 victory over Ste. Genevieve in the opener, St. Vincent becomes the third-ranked team in MSHSAA's Class 1 after a semifinal appearance a year ago...
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Portageville picks up first win of the season against Kennett (8/31/24)PORTAGEVILLE, Mo. - The Kennett Indians dropped their first game of the season on the road. The game concluded with a 28-6 victory for the Portageville Bulldogs. Portageville took an early lead on the night with a touchdown in the first quarter by senior...
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Portageville’s ‘Special Group’ dominates in season opener (8/31/24)PORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — Dominant. Decisive. Determined. That’s how Portageville looked in its season opener against North Pemiscot on Thursday, August 29. The Lady Bulldogs (1-0) cruised to a straight-set victory over the Mustangs (0-1), winning 25-15, 25-21, and 25-11...
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Defending state champion Cardinal Ritter joins Mules, Cape Central in C5D1 (8/30/24)The Poplar Bluff Mules football team will face a stiff challenge when district play starts in November. The Missouri State High School Activities Association released district assignments for all fall sports except for cross country on Friday — and the Mules learned they will be joined in Class 5 District 1 by not only two-time defending district champion Cape Central, but also by defending Class 5 state champion Cardinal Ritter...
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Portageville’s next generation ready to roar (8/29/24)PORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — Flipping a new page in its football history with a new coach at the helm, Portageville is eager to write a chapter filled with success and excitement. The Bulldogs have a strong foundation of returning talent and a promising group of newcomers, and they’re ready to prove they still belong among the best teams in the region...