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CHAFFEE, Mo. — Sikeston’s softball team fell short with a 9-3 loss at Chaffee on Thursday, September 21, but Cambree Scott’s exceptional season continued as the sophomore catcher notched three hits, including a double, adding to her impressive team-leading stats in batting average (542), on-base percentage (.607), hits (13), doubles (6), triples (one), stolen bases (2) and runs scored (9)...

POPLAR BLUFF, Mo. — Despite a narrow 2-1 defeat at Poplar Bluff on Thursday, September 21, the Sikeston boys’ soccer team showed its ability to go head-to-head with top teams in the district and the SEMO Conference. With a breakthrough on the horizon, the Bulldogs (5-7-0) demonstrated their potential against the Mules (6-2-1), signaling that the team is on the cusp of making a significant impact when the postseason rolls around...

SCOTT CITY, Mo. — In a disappointing match, Sikeston volleyball suffered a decisive 3-0 defeat at Scott City on Thursday, September 21. The Lady Rams (6-5-1) celebrated Senior Night with the win over the Lady Bulldogs (4-11-2) in set scores of 25-13, 25-18 and 25-15...

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SIKESTON — Despite a less-than-perfect showing, the Dexter volleyball team powered through to defeat Sikeston 3-0 at the Sikeston Junior High School on Wednesday, September 20. The Lady Bearcats (8-7-0) claimed victory over the Lady Bulldogs (4-10-2) in a hard-fought match, winning with set scores of 25-19, 25-17 and 25-17...

The Oran volleyball team (3-9-1) lost a hard-fought match against Malden (6-7-1) on Monday, September 18. “We ended losing the fifth set after Malden got a big jump on us early on with a scoring gap that we just couldn’t overcome,” said Oran coach Lindsey Bickings. “We continue to make progress with being mentally strong and my young players and new leaders are beginning to see how important each of their roles are on the court.”...

SIKESTON — The Sikeston soccer team saw its three-game winning streak snapped at the hands of Saxony Lutheran at the Sports Complex on Monday, September 18. The Crusaders (6-4) employed an effective game plan that proved both frustrating and defeating for the Bulldogs (5-6), resulting in a 4-1 victory...

CHARLESTON, Mo. — The Sikeston girls’ tennis team claimed the team championship at the Charleston Singles Invitational on Monday, September 18. The Lady Bulldogs (1-7-1) finished the event with four individual champions, Chloe Lin (Flight 1), Saloni Mairsuria (Flight 2), Alana Jones (Flight 4) and Cheyenne Parker (Flight 6)...

The Notre Dame Bulldogs got their bats going early and often in an 11-0 win over the Sikeston Bulldogs on Monday. The Bulldogs jumped out to a 6-0 lead in the bottom of the first, capped off by Lauren Estes’ grand slam. “We came out and started swinging the bats,” Notre Dame coach Ray Reinagel said. “Anytime you can get on top, it’s always good.”...

SIKESTON — It was a story of near-misses and ‘what-ifs’ as Sikeston dropped a 35-8 contest to Farmington at Sikeston Public Schools Stadium on Friday, September 15. Despite the seemingly one-sided score, the Bulldogs (0-4) showed signs of growth that hint at a promising future trajectory...

CARBONDALE, Ill. — In a dog-eat-dog battle, the Sikeston soccer team asserted its dominance, leaving Cardonale (Ill.) chasing its tails. The Bulldogs (4-5-0) won their second consecutive match with a 2-0 at the Terriers’ (3-4-1) home field on Thursday, September 14...

SIKESTON — Setting the stage for the season, Sikeston Soccer opened its home game schedule with an emphatic 8-2 win over Windsor at the Sports Complex on Wednesday, September 13, 2023. In a remarkable feat, the Bulldogs (3-5) are already on the brink of equaling their entire goal tally from last season, with 26 goals in just eight games, compared to 27 goals in 23 games last year. It was also the first instance since 2015 that the team scored eight or more goals in a single game...

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SIKESTON, Mo. — The Sikeston girls’ tennis team aced its way to its first win of the season with a resounding victory over Charleston at SHS on Tuesday, September 12. “We played hard as a team,” said Sikeston coach Lynne DeWitt. “I was proud of the girls because they played hard and never gave up.”...

SIKESTON, Mo. – If there wasn’t a mandatory five-year wait after high school, former Sikeston Bulldog basketball standout Fred Thatch would’ve been inducted into the Hall of Fame the day after graduation. But like everyone else, Thatch had to wait, and now his time has come to be enshrined as a Bulldog Hall of Famer...

A pair of first half goals held up as the Cape Central Tigers downed the Sikeston Bulldogs 2-1 on Tuesday at Cape Central High School. Just 11 minutes into the contest, Kamryn West kicked off the scoring to make it 1-0 Tigers. “It was great composure by Kamryn, especially as a freshman,” Tigers coach Jared Dobbs said. “It was great to see. He was very patient and finished with a nice shot off his left foot.”...

An offensive onslaught paced the Sikeston Bulldogs in a 9-0 win over the Cape Central Tigers on Tuesday at Cape Central High School. Sikeston opened the scoring with a three-run first inning behind a 2-run double from Bailey Brown and an RBI single from Alexa Lee...

SIKESTON, MO. — The Sikeston volleyball team spiked, dug and dinked its way into the win column, clinching its first regular season win with a 3-1 victory over Campbell at the Sikeston Junior High School on Monday, September 11. The Lady Bulldogs (3-6-2) secured the win with set scores of 25-19, 25-15, 18-25 and 25-17 over the Lady Camels (2-7-2)...

SIKESTON — It was a cruel twist of fate as Sikeston came painfully close to snapping a 10-game losing streak and turning its season around, instead victory was snatched from the Bulldogs’ (0-3) fingertips, leaving the team with a brutal 22-20 loss to the Kennett Indians (3-0) at Sikeston Public Schools Stadium on Friday, September 8...

SIKESTON — Talented athletes from Sikeston (0-4-1), Kennett (4-0), Notre Dame (3-1), Fredericktown (2-3) and Charleston (1-5) competed at the Sikeston Invitational on Thursday, September 7. In the singles championship match, Vita Galati from Notre Dame defeated Christi Tejeda from Kennett with a score of 8-5...

SIKESTON — In the early stages of the season, the Sikeston softball team has experienced some bumps in the road, as defensive woes have plagued the team’s performance, hindering its ability to fully capitalize on its potential. That trend continued for the Lady Bulldogs (1-2) in an 11-1 loss to the Saxony Lutheran Crusaders (3-3) on Wednesday, September 6 at the Sports Complex...

Get ready for another action-packed week of high school football as the anticipation builds for the upcoming matchups. From intense rivalries to standout players, this week’s games promise to deliver more unforgettable moments. Kennett (2-0) at Sikeston (0-2)...

After an impressive 3-0 start to the season, the New Madrid County Central volleyball team experienced a humbling setback with consecutive losses, reminding the team of the challenges they face on the court. The Lady Eagles (3-2) lost 3-2 in a gripping match to Malden (3-1) on Tuesday, September 5. The team won the first two matches 25-16 and 25-9 before falling 25-23, 25-23 and 15-13...

COLUMBIA, Mo. — The Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) ruled standout athlete PJ Farmer eligible to compete for Sikeston High School Athletics during a hearing in Columbia, Missouri on Wednesday, September 6. “I’m overcome with joy and quite thankful that this process is behind us,” Farmer said. “I’m more than grateful for the support I had and currently have and I can’t wait for the season to kick off.”...

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SIKESTON — In a rollercoaster game, the Sikeston softball team experienced both moments of triumph and heartbreak during an 18-6 loss to Poplar Bluff at the Sports Complex on Thursday, August 31. Despite gaining an early lead, the Lady Bulldogs' (0-3) efforts fell short in the face of an explosive sixth inning by the Lady Mules (2-2)...

SIKESTON – For a year, second-year Dexter High School football coach Chad Jamerson had to re-live in his nightmares his team’s stunning loss to Sikeston last season at Charles Bland Stadium in Dexter.

MARION, Ill. — The Sikeston boys’ soccer team earned its first of the season in a border battle at Marion High School on Thursday, August 31. The Bulldogs (1-2) released a relentless offensive onslaught, capitalizing on a strategic formation change to secure a commanding 7-3 victory over the Wildcats (1-2)...

SIKESTON — This summer Sikeston graduate and state qualifier Liliana Knoepel signed her letter of intent to continue her wrestling career at Westminster University in St. Louis, Missouri. Surrounded by close family and Sikeston’s Wrestling staff Knoeppel inked her commitment with joy. A late arrival to the sport of wrestling, Sikeston’s head coach Blake Angle emphasized his pleasure with Knoeppel...

Last year’s high school football battle between Sikeston and Dexter showed that no one could predict how the game would unfold.

As another exciting week of high school football approaches, the anticipation for the upcoming matchups continues to build. With every team looking to prove their worth on the field, we take a closer look at the upcoming games, key players to watch and rivalries that will define the excitement...

SIKESTON — Despite a valiant effort, Sikeston fell short against Cape Central at the Sikeston Junior High School on Wednesday, August 30. The Lady Tigers (2-0) defeated the Lady Bulldogs (0-2) with set scores of 25-13, 25-17 and 25-19. “I was pleased with our performance today,” said Sikeston coach Marc Jannin. ...

SIKESTON — A tsunami of young and returning talent has hit the Sikeston boys’ soccer program. Evolving the Bulldog “pups to predators’ and propelling them toward a season that could mark a turning point for the program. “This team is unique due to the number of experienced and hard-working freshmen we have,” said Sikeston coach Gabe Dement. “We expect them to inject competition into our practices that will help the entire team improve.”...

HILLSBORO, Mo. — Sikeston kicked off the season with a challenging opener at Hillsboro, a powerhouse program ranked as a top-3 team in Class 4. Despite a 63-14 loss, the game provided vital insights for the Bulldogs (0-1) as they measured themselves against elite competition, garnering a clearer understanding of the areas they need to improve upon and the level of effort and focus required to compete against some of the best talents in the state...

SIKESTON —The Sikeston softball team enters a transformative season with a new leader at the helm. First-year head coach Alli Conder is determined to mold a team identity, foster a positive culture and lay the groundwork for future success. As the players hit the field, they carry the weight of building a stronger foundation for the program, under the watchful guidance of their passionate leader...

SIKESTON — After a hiatus from the Sikeston girls’ tennis team, coach Lynne DeWitt returns to the helm, bringing a wealth of experience and renewed energy to the upcoming season. Having previously coached the Lady Bulldogs, DeWitt’s familiarity with the program, coupled with her extensive background in coaching both boys and girls high school tennis, positions the team for a successful campaign...

SIKESTON — It all starts at the line of scrimmage, where the fate of Sikeston's offense hangs in the balance. The upcoming season is on the horizon, and the spotlight shines brightly on the unsung heroes of the gridiron—the offensive line. Led up front by five seasoned seniors, Hayden Hess, Andon Christian, DeMarious Williams, Vic Mora and Carter Goodman, this cohesive unit has the power to transform last season's shortcomings into a pillar of strength, propelling Sikeston toward a resurrection...

Get ready for an action-packed season as local high school football teams gear up to showcase their skills on the gridiron. In this comprehensive preview, we take a closer look at the upcoming matchups, rivalries, and standout players that will define the excitement on the field. ...

SIKESTON, Mo. — As the Sikeston volleyball team prepares to kick off their season, they do so with a winning formula in mind. The Lady Bulldogs are poised for a promising season as a cohesive blend of experienced upperclassmen and talented younger players take the court...

Third-year Sikeston High School football coach Treston Pulley is excited right now about a lot of parts of his Bulldog football program, as it is immersed in the opening week of training camp. Included in Pulley’s reasons to be feeling positive about this fall is the fact that he can call plays in which his Keodrick Sherrod will carry the ball.

SIKESTON — As the summer haze lifts and the pads crack, a renewed sense of purpose fills the air as the Sikeston football team prepares to embark on a journey of resurgence. The Bulldogs have wasted no time in their pursuit of improvement, hitting the field with an unrelenting drive on the first day of official practice on Monday, August 7...

The official start of MSHSAA football season is actually Monday, but there isn’t a high school football program in the state that hasn’t spent this summer in preparation for the 2023 regular season, which gets underway Aug. 25.

SIKESTON, MO. — In the face of doubt and a challenging start to the 2023 Cal Ripken 9U Midwest Plains Regional Tournament, the Dexter Titans, brimming with confidence as the tournament favorites, refused to let an early setback define their journey...

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — In the world of high school wrestling, where the mat becomes a canvas for dreams to be painted, Alayna Ray’s brushstrokes have left an unforgettable mark. Ray claimed the coveted title of the Girls Wrestler of the Year at the 2023 Semoball Awards on Friday, July 14, 2023, at La Croix Church in Cape Girardeau, Missouri...

SIKESTON — The stage is set for the adrenaline-fueled showdown as the 2023 Cal Ripken 9U Midwest Plains Regional Tournament descends upon Sports Complex this week. The event kicks off with a welcome picnic at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 26 at the Clinton Building. The tournament will bring together talented squads from Sikeston, Mineral Area, Dexter, and Denver, Colorado, and will culminate in a heart-pounding championship game on Sunday, July 30...

KENNETT – The Portageville Bulldogs defeated Caruthersville to win the inaugural Battle of the Bootheel 7v7 football tournament at Kennett High School on Thursday, July 20, 2023. The Kennett football team hosted Caruthersville, Malden, Piggott, Portageville and Sikeston for two and a half hours of action packed games. Kennett and Sikeston's junior varsity squads competed as well to round out the eight-team bracket...

SIKESTON — As the sun sets on the Sikeston Silver Sox’s summer league season, it’s not the final score that lingers in the hearts of these young athletes, but rather the intangible moments that forever bind them as teammates and friends. Their journey may have come to an end on the field, but the impact they’ve made on each other and the game itself will resonate for years to come...

SIKESTON — A small but determined group of young athletes delved deep into the art of running this past weekend during a running camp at Sikeston High School. The camp was hosted by former Bulldog and Missouri Baptist University tracksters Riley Cantrell and Keon Graham...

The success of the Sikeston High School boy’s basketball squad this past winter caught some hoop fans off-guard, but perhaps it shouldn’t have had, in large part due to the Bulldogs’, well, off-guard.

For over a decade leading up to the 2018-19 varsity boy’s basketball season, veteran coach Gregg Holifield’s teams at Sikeston High School were known for, well, first of all, winning, but how the Bulldogs won was with an explosive offense, and just as important, stifling defense.