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Charleston native James Naile prepares for Korean Baseball debut with KIA Tigers (3/8/24)Fresh off a lucrative offseason deal, former St. Louis Cardinals pitcher James Naile is in the final stages of preparation for his highly anticipated debut with the KIA Tigers of the Korea Baseball Organization (KBO). Joining one of the league's most decorated franchises, Naile is focused on securing a starting rotation spot and contributing to the Tigers' championship legacy...
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Sharp's 35 points lift Austin Peay to 101-98 OT win over North Florida in ASUN Tournament (3/6/24)Demarcus Sharp, the Charleston phenom with a knack for the clutch, continues his rise on the national scene. Last night, he proved why, scoring 35 points to propel Austin Peay (19-14) to a thrilling overtime victory over North Florida (16-17) in the Atlantic Sun Conference Tournament. ...
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Tempers flare in sectional showdown, NMCC claims hard-fought win over Charleston (2/29/24)CHARLESTON, Mo. — Emotions boiled over as New Madrid County Central’s fight for back-to-back state titles took a chaotic turn in a heated 74-55 sectional round win at Charleston on Tuesday, Feb. 27. Both teams put in the work, scrapping for every board and loose ball, the intensity reflecting the high stakes of the rivalry matchup. However, it was the Class 3 No. 1 Eagles’ (25-3) championship mettle and veteran poise that ultimately outmatched the Bluejays (14-15) and the charged atmosphere...
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Class 3 Sectional BKB: NMCC at Charleston (2/29/24)Photo gallery from New Madrid County Central's 74-55 win at Charleston i the sectional round of the MSHSAA Class 3 State Tournament on Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2024.
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C3D2: Charleston vs. Notre Dame (2/26/24)The Charleston Blue Jays defeated the hosting Notre Dame Bulldogs 71-65 to win the Class 3 District 2 championship on Saturday, Feb. 24, at Notre Dame Regional High School in Cape Girardeau.
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Owens leads Charleston to 14th straight district title (2/25/24)In a district tournament with three 20+ win teams, it was two teams with sub-.500 records who played for the title. The Charleston Blue Jays defeated the hosting Notre Dame Bulldogs 71-65 to win the Class 3 District 2 championship on Saturday, Feb. 24, at Notre Dame Regional High School in Cape Girardeau. The two teams have met four times this season, with Charleston winning three times...
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Class 3 District 2 Boys Basketball Tournament Semifinals (2/23/24)Notre Dame defeated Kelly and Charleston beat Scott City in the semifinal round of the Class 3 District 2 Tournament on Thursday, Feb. 22, at Notre Dame High School.
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Charleston ends season, eyes improvement for next year (2/20/24)PORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — Despite falling to South Pemiscot 54-22 in the opening round of the MSHSAA Class 2, District 1 Tournament, Charleston wrapped up its season with a strong sense of accomplishment. The Lady Jays (2-23) faced significant challenges this year, having lost more than 95 percent of their scoring, rebounding, and ball-handling talent from the previous season...
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Rivalry Renewed: Mules beat Charleston in postseason tuneup (2/16/24)The Poplar Bluff Mules basketball squad continues to battle through their tough stretch as they get closer to the district tournament. The Mules went head-to-head with the Charleston Blue Jays on Thursday at Poplar Bluff High Gymnasium in a SEMO conference matchup. With three regular-season games remaining, the Mules looked to keep their winning momentum going into senior night...
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Basketball: Poplar Bluff vs Charleston (2/15/24)
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Marquel Murray scores 19 as Tigers ground Blue Jays on the road (2/14/24)Marquel Murray scored 19 points to lead Cape Central to a 75-58 road win against Charleston on Tuesday, Feb. 13, in Charleston, Mo. Murray, a sophomore, has consistently led the Tigers in scoring and continues to improve. "I think he gets better," Cape Central head coach Drew Church said. ...
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Boys Basketball: Cape Central vs. Charleston (2/14/24)Marquel Murray scored 19 points to lead Cape Central to a 75-58 road win against Charleston on Tuesday, Feb. 13, in Charleston, Mo.
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Charleston wins at Portageville, Oran downs Scott County Central (2/13/24)Charleston displayed a powerful combination of speed, athleticism and toughness, winning 65-42 at Portageville on Friday, Feb. 9. “At this point in the season, we’re just looking for our guys to play 32 minutes of good basketball,” said Charleston coach Jamarcus Williams. “That’s what it going to take and that’s what we got. We’re also starting to get some other guys to score more consistently. That’s always a good thing.”...
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Inside “District of Death,” challenging road to Class 3 District 2 boys title (2/12/24)One of the most anticipated parts of every preseason for local schools, players and fans is the release of MSHSAA’s class and district assignments. It gives you a great representation of what to expect in the postseason, giving out the teams, location and your paths to a district and state title...
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Charleston can’t overcome Principia’s size, falls 73-58 (2/7/24)CHARLESTON, Mo. — Principia, ranked No. 6 in Class 4, proved too strong for Charleston in the 6th Man Shootout on Saturday. While the Blue Jays (11-12) displayed heart and hustle, the Panthers (15-5) size and skills ultimately overwhelmed them in the 73-58 loss...
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Principia at Charleston 6th Man Shootout (2/6/24)Photos from Charleston's 73-58 loss to Principia at the Charleston 6th Man Shootout on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024.
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Dominant finish fuels Jackson to fifth straight win (1/31/24)CHARLESTON, Mo. — Jackson used a 10-0 run at the start of the fourth quarter to put away Charleston 52-40 on Tuesday, remaining undefeated in SEMO Conference play. The game was nip-and-tuck throughout with the Bluejays holding the ball for the last shot of the third quarter, trailing just 35-33...
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Oak Ridge girls basketball wins record 11th game (1/25/24)
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SCC crushes East Prairie, Oak Ridge rolls Charleston (1/25/24)BENTON, Mo. — It was all Scott County Central in a 76-13 win over East Prairie in the consolation bracket of the 2024 Scott-Mississippi Conference Tournament at Kelly High School on Wednesday, Jan. 23. Depth proved the ultimate weapon for the sixth-seeded Bravettes (7-8) as freshman Laney Glueck ignited the offense with a career-high 17 points, post player Nikki Adams dominated the paint with 16 points, and Ellie Britt capped off the scoring barrage with a personal best of 11 points...
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Scott-Mississippi semifinals set as Kelly, Scott City, Delta and Chaffee advance (1/22/24)BENTON, Mo. — Jada Griggs swished her way into Kelly High School history, draining the 1,000th point of her career during a 79-9 trouncing of East Prairie in the opening round of the Scott-Mississippi Conference Tournament on Saturday. The No. 2 seeded Lady Hawks (9-6) overwhelmed the No. 7 seeded Lady Eagles (3-11) with the statement win that showcased their title aspirations...
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Cardinals trade local product Naile to Korean League's KIA Tigers (1/19/24)The St. Louis Cardinals have traded Charleston native James Naile to the KIA Tigers of the Korean Baseball Organization (KBO) in a move that benefits both parties. The Cardinals received $250,000 in cash considerations for the 30-year-old pitcher, while Naile secured the strongest contract of his career to date...
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Kennett girls overwhelm Charleston for triple digit victory (1/12/24)The Kennett girls basketball team flattened Charleston in a 101-7 victory on the Lady Indians' home court Thursday, Jan. 11. Kennett, now 12-3, increased the team's average points per game to more than 64, which is a nearly 20-point increase on offense from last season. The explosive showing Thursday speaks for itself, but the Lady Indians have improved on the defensive side as well...
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Kennett vs Charleston GBB (1/12/24)
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Jones’ 43 points, and 18 rebounds power NMCC past Charleston (1/11/24)NEW MADRID, Mo. – New Madrid County Central’s Jadis Jones scored 43 points and grabbed 16 rebounds in a 76-63 win over rival Charleston at home Tuesday night. The Class 3, No. 1 ranked Eagles (12-1) took advantage of numerous turnovers by the Class 3, No. 8 Blue Jays (8-7) in the first half to build a 36-25 halftime lead, with Jones scoring 18. ...
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No stopping Sikeston as Bulldogs feast on Blue Jays (1/9/24)SIKESTON — Another box was checked and another hurdle was cleared as Sikeston dismantled Charleston 89-43 at the Field House on Friday, Jan. 5. The Bulldogs (12-0) victory ends a four-game drought against the Blue Jays (8-6), lifting a weight from the shoulders of both players and fans...
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Boys' Basketball: Charleston at Sikeston (1/8/24)Photos from Sikeston's 89-43 win over Charleston at the Field House on Friday, Jan. 5, 2024.
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Charleston beats Kelly for the second time in two weeks (1/5/24)BENTON, Mo. — Unleashing a full-court man-to-man defense, Charleston drowned Kelly in turnovers and secured a 62-52 win at KHS on Tuesday, Jan. 2. Solidifying their district dominance, the Blue Jays (8-4) forced 16 turnovers and edged the Hawks (10-2) for the second time in two weeks. However, with a possible playoff matchup looming down the road, this heated rivalry might just be getting started...
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Boys' Basketball: Charleston at Kelly (1/4/24)Photos from Charleston's 62-52 win at Kelly on Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024.
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2023 Southeast Missourian Christmas Tournament: Top performers from each team (12/31/23)After four days (Dec. 26-30), 26 games, and 40 hours of listening to fans at the Show Me Center scream, "Get the rebound!" and "That's a foul!" the Southeast Missourian Christmas Tournament is now in the books. Cape Central has once again claimed the Southeast Missourian Christmas Tournament championship by defeating Jackson. ...
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2023 Southeast Missourian Christmas Tournament: Notre Dame locks downs Charleston, claims third (12/31/23)Fighting to prove why it earned the No. 4 seed in the Southeast Missourian Christmas Tournament, Notre Dame rallied from an early deficit to claim a 50-37 victory over the Charleston Blue Jays in the third-place game. Avenging two earlier losses to the Blue Jays by an average of 15 points per game, Notre Dame did well to lock Charleston down defensively and grab a big revenge win on the Show Me Center hardwood...
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2023 Southeast Missourian Christmas Tournament: Notre Dame vs. Charleston (12/30/23)Notre Dame defeats Charleston 50-37 to win third place of the Southeast Missourian Christmas Tournament on Saturday, Dec. 30, at the Show Me Center.
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2023 Southeast Missourian Christmas Tournament: Jackson rallies, claws past Charleston in semifinal thriller (12/29/23)Falling into an early lead, Jackson’s hopes at a Southeast Missourian Christmas Tournament championship hit a harsh chord with a 12-point deficit in the second quarter. But with an unparalleled momentum swing between the second and third quarters, Jackson rallied to a 63-58 win over the Charleston Blue Jays to advance to the championship game for the third consecutive year...
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COLUMN: The Festivus finals of the Southeast Missourian Christmas Tournament (12/28/23)There's a theme connecting the Southeast Missourian Christmas Tournament championship game, as well as the third-place and fifth-place games. Revenge.
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2023 Southeast Missourian Christmas Tournament: Owens sends Charleston to semifinals with big offensive performance (12/28/23)The Charleston Blue Jays clinched their spot in the 2023 Southeast Missourian Christmas Tournament semifinals with a 67-52 win over the Kelly Hawks on Wednesday. Once again the Kelly attack was ignited early by Ross Peters who knocked down three threes in the opening frame as the Hawks raced out to a quick 10-3 lead in the first quarter...
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2023 Southeast Missourian Christmas Tournament: Jackson vs. Charleston (12/28/23)
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2023 Southeast Missourian Christmas Tournament: Kelly vs. Charleston (12/27/23)Charleston survived a late scare from Kelly with a ballistic offensive effort in a December 27, 2023 Southeast Missourian Christmas Tournament quarterfinal game between the Charleston Blue Jays and the Kelly Hawks at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau, Mo.
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2023 Southeast Missourian Christmas Tournament: Charleston routs Advance in opening round (12/26/23)The No. 3 Charleston Blue Jays led wire-to-wire as they defeated the No. 14 Advance Hornets 90-57 in the opening round of the 2023 Southeast Missourian Christmas Tournament. From the tip, the Blue Jays used their size advantage to control the boards as they jumped out to a 22-11 lead after the first quarter...
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2023 Southeast Missourian Christmas Tournament: Charleston vs. Advance (12/26/23)The No. 3 Charleston Blue Jays led wire-to-wire as they defeated the No. 14 Advance Hornets 90-57 in the opening round of the 2023 Southeast Missourian Christmas Tournament.
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Inexperienced players, and one vet, have Charleston hoops rolling again (12/18/23)If the legendary Missourian Mark Twain covered high school athletics throughout the Bootheel today, he very well may pen that the “reports of the death of Charleston High School boy’s basketball are greatly exaggerated.” The Blue Jays graduated (or transferred out) 60 of its 75 points from a year ago, but somehow have overcome a lack of experience to field a very competitive group – again.
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Standard Democrat high school basketball scoring leaders (12/12/23)Scoring leaders from the Sikeston Standard-Democrat coverage area Boys (Through 12/10) GIRLS (Through 12/10)...
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Girls Basketball: Delta vs. Charleston (12/12/23)
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Jackson gets by Charleston to win consolation championship (12/9/23)SIKESTON - The Jackson Indians played a complete team game on the way to a 58-48 win over the Charleston Blue Jays to win the consolation championship in the SEMO Conference Tournament on Friday night. “That’s what we preached yesterday in practice,” Jackson coach Kory Thoma said of the way his team played together...
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SEMO Conference: Efficient Charleston tops Notre Dame, advances to consol final (12/7/23)Charleston got its second recent boy’s basketball victory over Notre Dame on Wednesday in the semifinal of the consolation round of the SEMO Conference Tournament at the Sikeston Field House courtesy of an efficient offensive attack that, particularly in the opening period, was something to behold.
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SEMO Conf: Charleston vs. Notre Dame (12/7/23)Charleston got past Notre Dame in the consolation semifinal of the SEMO Conference Boy's Basketball Tournament on Wednesday at the Sikeston Field House.
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Standard Democrat high school basketball scoring leaders (12/5/23)Scoring leaders from the Sikeston Standard-Democrat coverage area Boys (Through 12/4) GIRLS (Through 12/3)...
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NMCC wins 65-50 over Charleston in opening round of SEMO Conference Tournament (12/5/23)SIKESTON — New Madrid County Central’s star power erupted in the second half, propelling them past Charleston in the opening round of the SEMO Conference Tournament at the Field House on Monday, Dec. 4. The third-seeded Eagles (4-0) soared to a 65-50 victory on the wings of BJ Williamson and Jadis Jones, while the once-confident sixth-seeded Bluejays (3-1) were left grounded...
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NMCC vs. Charleston in SEMO Conference Tournament (12/5/23)Photos from NMCC 65-50 win over Charleston in the SEMO Conference Tournament on Monday, Dec. 4 at the Sikeston Field House.
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Charleston vet leading unbeaten Blue Jays into SEMO Tourney (12/4/23)Fourth-year Charleston High School boy’s basketball coach Jamarcus Williams has a roster full of question marks early this season, as he is learning who can elevate their game to the varsity level. However, in the case of senior forward Ko’Terrion Owens, there is nothing unknown about him, other than just how high is his potential on the court.
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Portageville’s Jamarion Smith wins Carr Trophy (12/1/23)POPLAR BLUFF, MO. — Portageville’s Jamarion Smith, a point-producing phenom who outscored half of the SEMO Conference this season, was crowned the 2023 E.E. “Bus” Trophy winner at the 2023 Poplar Bluff Letter Club Gridiron Banquet on Wednesday, Nov. 29...
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Girls Basketball Roundup: Delta dominates East Prairie, Chaffee and Scott City enters tournament on hot streaks (12/1/23)For the second straight game, the Delta Ladycats scored over 100 points in a home game, this time in a 116-24 win over East Prairie on Thursday, Nov. 30, in Delta, Mo. Delta was led by Jade Berry, who scored 35 points including 32 in the first half alone. Mya Gillespie scored 17 points, followed by 16 points from Addison Nichols, Grace Ancell, and Presley Holweg. The Ladycats made nine shots from the three-point line and made 9-of-16 from the free-throw line...
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Lady Blue Jays unveil aggressive style to build winning culture (11/30/23)After four consecutive losing seasons, the Charleston girls’ basketball team is determined to turn the page and establish a new chapter of success. With a renewed focus on fundamentals, teamwork, and a relentless work ethic, the Lady Blue Jays are looking to establish the building blocks for a brighter future on the court...
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Blue Jays transform disrespect into fuel for unstoppable drive (11/30/23)Unmoved by the naysayers’ taunts and the prophecies of doom, the Charleston boys’ basketball team is ignoring the distractions. Instead, they’ve channeled the disrespect into a driving force, drawing strength from their deep-rooted basketball tradition. This season, the Blue Jays aren’t just seeking victory; they’re seeking vindication...
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Blue Jays win battle of young teams with Bearcats (11/30/23)After the varsity boy’s basketball programs at Dexter and Charleston High School combined for 42 victories and a pair of MSHSAA District championships a year ago, no one throughout Missouri is going to feel sorry for Bearcat coach Chad Allen and his Blue Jay counterpart, Jamarcus Williams, who are both working with very, very inexperienced teams this season.
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Dexter boys bkb at Charleston (11/29/23)Charleston topped Dexter in varsity boy's basketball action on Tuesday in Charleston.
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Girls Basketball Roundup: Kelly demolishes Malden (11/28/23)MALDEN, Mo — The Kelly girls’ basketball team blazes past Malden in a season-opening rout, 69-34, on Monday, Nov. 27. The Lady Hawks (1-0) aggressive defense smothered the Green Waves’ (0-1) attempts to get into a rhythm, forcing turnovers that fueled many fast break chances...
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Charleston’s fourth-quarter comeback secures season-opening win in RiverBend Shootout (11/28/23)NEW MADRID, Mo. — Demonstrating a never-say-die attitude and that same ole brand of Blue Jays’ basketball, Charleston refused to be outdone, erasing a six-point deficit with a decisive 17-2 fourth-quarter run to secure a deserved victory over Horn Lake in the RiverBend Shootout on Friday, Nov. 24...
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RiverBend Shootout (11/28/23)Photos of New Madrid County Central, Charleston and Portageville at the 2023 RiverBend Shootout at NMCC High School on Friday, Nov. 24 and Saturday, Nov. 2, 2023.
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Young Blue Jays to open hoop season with a defensive mindset (11/24/23)Every season sets a new journey for high school basketball programs throughout Missouri, but in the case of the 2023-24 Charleston High School boy’s squad, this year REALLY will be a new journey for these kids.
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Fighting Squirrels embark on historic season in 2024 (11/24/23)You can’t plan events in life to a great degree. You can have dreams and hopes, but how the story unfolds is often unknown in the beginning.
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Charleston basketball practice (11/23/23)The Charleston High School boy's basketball squad recently practiced at the school in preparation for today's season-opening game in the Riverbend Shootout at New Madrid County Central High School.
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Southeast Missouri basketball stars chase dreams on the collegiate level (11/14/23)The local area has long been a hotbed of basketball talent, producing generations of exceptional athletes who have left their mark on the game at every level. From Division I stars to small-college standouts, these local heroes have brought pride to their communities and inspired countless young players to pursue their dreams on the hardwood...
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Hometown Hero: Naile named Cardinals top relief pitcher (11/9/23)Charleston native James Naile was recently awarded the Cardinal Nation’s Top Relief Pitcher across the St. Louis Cardinals’ entire system for 2023. The 30-year-old right-hander appeared in 10 games this past season for the St. ...
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Kelly’s White and Oesch qualify for state meet (11/1/23)The Kelly and Charleston cross country teams competed in the MSHSAA Class 2, District 1 Meet at Notre Dame High School on Saturday, October 28. The Kelly boys team finished 12th overall. Truman White led the Hawks with a 23rd-place finish in 18 minutes and 18.55 seconds...
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Sikeston tops Charleston 25-14 in rivalry showdown (10/21/23)SIKESTON — It’s been a resolve-testing season, but Sikeston finally tasted the sweetness of victory, defeating Charleston 25-14 at Sikeston Public Schools Stadium. A fast start and the ability to make big plays helped the Bulldogs (1-8) secure their first win of the season against the rival Bluejays (2-7)...
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Football: Charleston at Sikeston (10/21/23)Photo gallery from Sikeston's 25-14 win over Charleston at Sikeston Public Schools Stadium on Friday, October 20, 2023.
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Rams earn their rest with 55-20 win over Charleston (10/13/23)CHARLESTON — Mark Panagos scored four touchdowns in three different ways to lead the Scott City Rams to a 55-20 win over Charleston on Thursday, Oct. 12, in Charleston, Mo.
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Football: Scott City at Charleston (10/13/23)Scott City defeated Charleston 55-20 on Thursday, Oct. 12, in Charleston, Mo.
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Caruthersville and Alexander ‘the Great’ conquer Charleston 54-6 (10/6/23)CARUTHERSVILLE, Mo. — Jermonte Alexander ‘the Great' doesn't merely play football; he commands the battlefield like a true conqueror. Employing a diverse array of tactics, the Caruthersville standout strategically stormed the end zone four times, employing four distinct maneuvers, and the Tigers’ (4-3) dominance was evident in the final score, with a resounding 54-6 victory over the Charleston Bluejays at Hopke Field on Thursday, October 5...
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Football: Charleston at Caruthersville (10/6/23)Photos from Caruthersville 54-6 win over Charleston at Hopke Field on Thursday, October 5, 2023.
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Charleston ends drought against Hayti with 46-26 homecoming win (10/3/23)CHARLESTON, Mo. — The homecoming crowd had every reason to celebrate as Charleston secured a 46-46 win over Hayti at John Harris Marshall Field on Friday, September 29. The Bluejays (2-4) shattered an eight-game losing streak against the Indians (0-5), marking their first victory in the series since 2013...
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Sikeston, Charleston, NMCC and Oran compete at SEMO Conference Tournament (9/30/23)CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — In a highly competitive showdown at the SEMO Conference Tournament, local teams Sikeston, New Madrid County Central, Charleston and Oran fought hard, but couldn’t secure the top spot. In its opening match, Sikeston demonstrated its strength by defeating Kennett (5-8-4) in a decisive 2-0 victory. However, the Lady Bulldogs (5-15-2) momentum faltered as the team suffered back-to-back losses to Notre Dame (12-3-2) and Scott City (9-7-2)...
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SEMO Conference high school football stat leaders through Week 5 (9/29/23)Conference standings and statistical leaders from the SEMO Conference — North, Central and South.
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Standard Democrat high school football stat leaders through Week 5 (9/28/23)Statistical leaders from the Sikeston Standard-Democrat coverage area PASSING RUSHING RECEIVING TACKLES SACKS INTERCEPTIONS...
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Volleyball: SEMO Conference Tournament (9/28/23)
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Portageville wallops Charleston with near-perfect 43-0 conquest (9/23/23)PORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — In a display of textbook execution, Portageville used a balanced offensive attack and a swarming defense to defeat Charleston 43-0 in a SEMO Conference-South matchup at Vic Reaves Athletic Field on Friday, September 22. From start to finish, the Bulldogs (4-1) dazzled in a multitude of ways, mangling the Bluejays (1-4) and showcasing offensive outstandingness, defensive dominance and special team supremacy throughout the resounding victory...
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Football: Charleston at Portageville (9/23/23)Photo gallery from Portageville's 43-0 win over Charleston at Vic Reaves Athletic Field on Friday, September 22, 2023. The gallery also includes photos of mini-Bulldogs halftime performance.
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Standard Democrat high school football stat leaders through Week 4 (9/21/23)Statistical leaders from the Sikeston Standard-Democrat coverage area PASSING RUSHING RECEIVING TACKLES SACKS INTERCEPTIONS...
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East Prairie wins rivalry bout with Charleston in straight sets (9/21/23)CHARLESTON, Mo. — In another highly contested chapter of the Mississippi County rivalry, East Prairie bested Charleston in straight sets at CHS on Monday, September, 19. In a spirited atmosphere filled with rambunctious and passionate supporters for both teams, the Lady Eagles (3-6-) soared to victory, overpowering Lady Bluejays (1-7-0) by securing set scores of 25-18, 25-23 and 26-24...
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Volleyball: East Prairie at Charleston (9/21/23)Photo gallery from East Prairie's 3-0 win at Charleston on Tuesday, September 20, 2023.
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Volleyball roundup: Area teams battle hard in Monday’s matches (9/19/23)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.”...
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Sikeston wins the Charleston Invitational (9/19/23)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)...
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Kelly sends a bruising message with 34-14 win over Charleston (9/15/23)BENTON, Mo. — Nothing silences critics quite like success. Kelly showcased this, securing a strong 34-14 victory over their SEMO-South Conference rival, Charleston, at Lambert Field on Thursday, September 14. Are the whispers of a ‘soft schedule’ now nothing more than baseless noise?...
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Football: Charleston at Kelly (9/15/23)Photo gallery from Kelly's 34-14 win over Charleston at Lambert Field in Benton, Missouri on Thursday, September 14, 2023.
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Standard Democrat high school football stat leaders through Week 3 (9/14/23)Statistical leaders from the Sikeston Standard-Democrat coverage area PASSING RUSHING RECEIVING TACKLES SACKS INTERCEPTIONS...
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Sikeston girls’ tennis notches first win of the season by defeating Charleston 8-1 (9/14/23)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.”...
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Charleston defeats Malden 48-30 (9/12/23)MALDEN, Mo. — Charleston put on an astounding display of ground dominance, rushing for nearly 500 yards in a 48-30 win over Malden on Friday, September 8. “We did a great job running the ball,” said Charleston coach Justin Hutchings. “That is an awesome feeling. ...
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Tennis: Charleston at Sikeston (9/12/23)Photo gallery from Sikeston's 8-1 win over Charleston at SHS on Tuesday, September 12, 2023.
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Notre Dame’s Galati, Kennett’s Bean and McAtee claim gold at Sikeston Invitational (9/8/23)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...
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Gridiron Showdown: Week 3 unleashes a thrilling array of high-stakes battles (9/8/23)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)...
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Volleyball Roundup: Teams continue to serve up thrilling action as the season heats up (9/8/23)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...
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MSHSAA rules PJ Farmer eligible to compete for Sikeston (9/7/23)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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Standard Democrat high school football stat leaders through Week 2 (9/6/23)Statistical leaders from the Sikeston Standard-Democrat coverage area PASSING RUSHING RECEIVING TACKLES SACKS INTERCEPTIONS...
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Dramatic injury unites Chaffee in 14-12 victory at Charleston (9/1/23)CHARLESTON, Mo. — In a clash marked by bone-crushing tackles and relentless ground assault, Chaffee emerged with a hard-fought 14-12 victory over Charleston at John Harris Marshall Field on Thursday, August 31. Carson Spies carried the team on his shoulders and the Red Devils (1-1) showed resilience throughout the game. ...
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Football: Chaffee at Charleston (9/1/23)Photo gallery from the Chaffee at Charleston football game at John Harris Marshall Stadium in Charleston, Missouri on Thursday, August 31, 2023.
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Southeast Missourian Gridiron Guide: Week 2 (8/30/23)Each week, Southeast Missourian sports editor Tony Capobianco will provide a quick matchup rundown for each of the seven area teams. Now that we are one week into the 2023 season, there's a lot more meat on the bone in these ribs. St. Vincent at Scott City...
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East Prairie prevails 28-24 over Charleston in unforgettable season opener (8/26/23)EAST PRAIRIE, Mo. — In a gridiron clash that will be remembered for years to come, East Prairie toppled Charleston with a breathtaking 28-24 victory on Friday, August 25 at Eagles Stadium. Facing an opponent known for their physicality and dominant linemen, the Eagles (1-0) defied the odds by establishing an unyielding ground-and-pound attack that left the Bluejays (0-1) reeling...
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Football: Charleston at East Prairie (8/26/23)Photo gallery from East Prairie's 28-24 win over Charleston on Friday, August 25, 2023.
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Gridiron showdowns: Previewing the high school football matchups in the area (8/24/23)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. ...
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PRESEASON SEMOBALL TOP 10: Class 1 lavish in local talent, dominating rankings (8/23/23)Welcome to the 2023 MSHSAA Football season. With no shortage of talent, the southeast Missouri region anticipates fielding a number of highly talented football teams this season, and with a number of unknowns left to discover, the rarified air of the late summer that blooms into fall weather has emerged...