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NFL Star Rod Smith Returns to Joplin to Host MSSU’s ‘Rod Smith Golf Classic’
JOPLIN, MO – Former NFL wide receiver Rod Smith returned to Joplin to host the ‘Rod Smith Golf Classic’ at Eagle Creek Golf Course on Thursday morning. The classic would see several Missouri Southern alumni, including some notable names. Former Chiefs defensive tackle Brandon Williams, as well as MSSU head football coach Atiba Bradley would […]
MSSU Football Hosts Prospect Camp
JOPLIN, MO – Over 100 student athletes would participate in a football prospect camp at Missouri Southern on Thursday evening. The camp would start at 5:30 p.m., and Lions head coach Atiba Bradley and his players would lead it. Rising 9th-12th graders would take to the gridiron to practice various drills and workouts. Southern coaches […]
Former Gorilla Quentin Hardrict Jr Signs Pro Contract in Hungary
PITTSBURG, KS — Former Pitt State Gorilla Quentin Hardrict Jr has had a lot of success playing basketball professionally overseas and will now be heading to a new team this season. His sports agency Phenom Sports Services announced Hardrict was signed with Honved of the Hungarian Professional Basketball Club which is based out of Budapest, […]
Oklahoma enacts new law mandating parental oversight for teacher-student digital communication
OKLAHOMA CITY – Area Oklahoma school board members were notified in their July monthly meeting about a new law where teachers and coaches can no longer electronically contact a student without including parents in the message. The Oklahoma law took effect on July 1 and was officially signed by Gov. Kevin Stitt on Tuesday, July […]
Tribal cybersecurity grant program awards $18.2 Million
TAHLEQUAH, Okla. — The Department of Homeland Security released over $18 million in grants to Native American Indian tribes to combat digital threats. Grants were awarded to 32 tribes through the Tribal Cybersecurity Grant Program, which is empowering tribal nations to stay focused on cybersecurity and digital threats. In Oklahoma, four tribes received over $3.1 […]
Webb City Football Hosts 7 on 7 Passing Camp
WEBB CITY, MO – Webb City High School was packed on Wednesday evening as several local 6th-8th graders took part in 7 on 7 play. 75 young athletes would participate in the camp, as Cardinals head football coach Ryan McFarland looked to give them a feel for what the high school game might be like. […]
A Father & Son and their Passion and Shared Bond Over Baseball
GIRARD, KS — A bond between a father and son can be centered around anything. And for Dan and Kam Smith, it’s their love for the game of baseball. Girard sophomore pitcher Kam Smith said, “It’s really great. These moments, you know, now that I’m going through what he went through and I’m going through […]
Oklahoma couple sentenced for starving, beating and handcuffing child
TULSA – A Salina woman convicted of torturing a child was sentenced to 20 years in prison and her husband was ordered to serve 15 years. Amanda Irene Smith, 45, and Joel Richard Smith, 49, were convicted in 2023 of federal child abuse and neglect in Indian Country. During Wednesday’s sentencing, Joel Smith took responsibility […]
Joplin Outlaws Take Down Fort Smith 3-2 in Tight Contest
JOPLIN, MO – The Joplin Outlaws took down Fort Smith 3-2 in a tight contest on Tuesday night. Outlaws pitcher Erik Heiken would shine against the Marshals, going 7.2 innings, striking out seven, and only allowing four hits. The Outlaws took an early 1-0 lead courtesy of a base hit from designated hitter Shu Kitagawa […]
St. Mary’s Colgan Boys Basketball Hosts Youth Camp
PITTSBURG, KS – After the Colgan girls basketball team would hold its camp on Tuesday afternoon, the Colgan boys basketball team would hold a camp of their own. 2nd-5th graders would be the first to hit the court in what would be an event taking place throughout the day. Lead by head coach Clint Heffern […]
St. Mary’s Colgan Girls Basketball Hosts Youth Camp
PITTSBURG, KS – The St. Mary’s Colgan girls basketball team would host a youth camp on Tuesday afternoon. 55 girls from around the four states would participate in various basketball drills. Held for 14 years, the camp is known to be a tradition at the high school. Head Colgan girls basketball coach Abby Farabi and […]
Missouri Southern Men’s Basketball Hosting Youth Skills Camp
JOPLIN, MO — Out at Missouri Southern this morning, the MSSU Men’s Basketball team was hosting their Youth Skills Camp. The camp was for grades Kindergarten through 8th grade and it ran from 9-12 p.m. The camp was being run by the Missouri Southern coaching staff since the players are currently on a break right […]
Riely Hunsaker Heading to Lamar University to Continue Baseball Playing Career
NEOSHO, MO — Crowder freshman right-handed pitcher Riely Hunsaker announced he is committing to Lamar University. Lamar is a Division I program and play in the Southland Conference. He made 12 appearances for the Roughriders and started 8 games. Hunsaker posted a 3-4 overall record with a 6.20 ERA and a WHIP of 1.60. The […]
Riely Hunsaker Heading to Lamar University to Continue Baseball Playing Career
NEOSHO, MO — Crowder freshman right-handed pitcher Riely Hunsaker announced he is committing to Lamar University. Lamar is a Division I program and play in the Southland Conference. He made 12 appearances for the Roughriders and started 8 games. Hunsaker posted a 3-4 overall record with a 6.20 ERA and a WHIP of 1.60. The […]
Crowder Right-Handed Pitcher Jake Pannell Commits to University of Central Arkansas
NEOSHO, MO — Crowder right-handed pitcher Jake Pannell will be heading to Division I program, the University of Central Arkansas. The sophomore from Fayetteville appeared in two games this season for the Roughriders. He started one game and picked up one win. In 3.2 innings pitched, Pannell struck out 4 batters.
Crowder’s Austin Jobe Continuing Career at Harding University
NEOSHO, MO — Crowder sophomore right-handed pitcher Austin Jobe will be heading to Harding University after announcing his commitment last November. Jobe played in 22 games for Crowder. He started two games and picked up 6 wins this past season and one save. In 56.2 innings pitched, Jobe racked up 58 strikeouts and a WHIP […]
Oklahoma attorney wins case against state
TULSA, Okla. – Criminal Defense attorney Winston Connor’s six-year legal battle ended Monday after the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals dismissed its final appeal. “After five-plus years of grueling litigation, including four appeals, this nightmare is finally over for Mr. Connor,” said Clark Brewster, Connor’s attorney. A prepared statement was released Monday by Clark Brewster […]
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