It’s Only A Game

Ed Miller, Joplin Eagles with 2011 Seniors

As District play-offs begin today, please remember it is only a game. The featured photo was taken on May 19th following Parkview’s win over Joplin in the District 12 title game. Head Coach Ed Miller gathered post-game with his senior players. Three days later, on May 22nd, the tornado struck Joplin and changed thousands of [...]

Your Mothers Day and Fathers Day Gift Headquarters

Future SC, U9 Boys at Ozark CocaCola/Dr Pepper Cup

So kiddo’s, Mother’s Day is next Sunday and Father’s Day is in June. Are you ready yet to say thanks? It’s not too late to share not only photos, but keepsake gifts and clothing imprinted with photos of you, by your favorite soccer photographer. Check out my photo ordering website where you can get not [...]

Kicking For A Cure Tuesday At Kickapoo

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In recognition of October as National Breast Cancer Awareness month, the boy’s soccer programs at Republic High School and Kickapoo High School are jointly sponsoring a fund-raising event with all proceeds to be donated to the Breast Cancer Foundation. On Tuesday, October 26, 2010, the Republic Tigers will host the Webb City Cardinals on the [...]

ESPN Featuring Story On Haiti’s U17 Girls Team Tonight!

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From Soccer America: Tonight at 6 pm, ESPN’s newsmagazine E:60 recounts the story of Haiti’s U-17 girls national team in the wake of the nation’s devastating earthquake and how its players made a connection with their U.S. counterparts after their meeting in U-17 World Cup qualifying. Update on Haitian Women’s So ccer Team A World [...]

Catholic’s Natalie Smid Featured On KSMU

Natalie Smid celebrates Bekah Bade's game-winner

The senior to be at Springfield Catholic, an All-State soccer player (far right, photo above) who is also the 9th best cross country runner in the state (per Coach Nick Russo) and holds the Catholic cross-country school record, was featured on KSMU radio recently. Natalie Smid: A Modern-Day ‘Moses’ With Spirit, Smarts, and Charisma covers [...]

Give Dad Something He’ll Love On Father’s Day

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Father’s Day is in June. Are you ready yet to say thanks? It’s not too late to share not only photos, but keepsake gifts and clothing imprinted with photos of you, by your favorite soccer photographer. Check out my photo ordering website where you can get not only standard prints but plenty of other options [...]

She’s Just Fundamental To Our Team

Ozark Tigers Class of 2010, Girls Soccer

District Soccer has begun and as ABC Wide World of Sports intoned – the thrill of victory… and the agony of defeat… the human drama of athletic competition. The playoff sports calendar opened on Saturday with a significant example, as the senior-laden Ozark Tiger’s (Class of 2010 pictured from senior night, when they beat the [...]

Mother’s Day Gifts Available Here!

Jessica Maerz, Parkview Vikings (2010) wins the header

– So kiddo’s, Mother’s Day is Sunday and Father’s Day is in June. Are you ready yet to say thanks? It’s not too late to share not only photos, but keepsake gifts and clothing imprinted with photos of you, by your favorite soccer photographer. Check out my photo ordering website where you can get not [...]

Winter’s Bone Premieres May 14th In Springfield

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A bit off-topic but give me a few minutes on this one… The 2010 Sundance Grand Jury Prize winning film, Winter’s Bone, will screen in Springfield on May 14th at Missouri State University. The film, based on the novel by Daniel Woodrell (West Plains), was shot completely on location in Taney County in 2009 and [...]

Katie Pritchard Has Her High School Jersey Retired At Waynesville

Katie Pritchard, class of 2008, was recognized at Slaughter Field Tuesday evening for her high school soccer accomplishments. The special recognition took place between the JV and Varsity WHS soccer matches with opposing teams from Joplin High School. Katie, a four-time all state soccer player, finished her high school career as the leading goal scorer [...]

Harry Cooper Recognized For Support of Missouri State Soccer

Harry Cooper with Missouri State Bears and alumni

On behalf of the entire Missouri State University Bears Soccer Family, thank you for your generous support and unconditional devotion to the MSU Men’s Soccer Program! MSU Soccer Alumni Weekend, April 17, 2010 For those who were unable to attend Saturday’s annual Alumni game at Plaster Stadium, a short ceremony was held beforehand to recognize [...]

Donate Prom Dresses For Resale Saturday By Goodwill

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Goodwill is collecting prom dresses all week. Drop off dresses from 9 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. through Friday of this week at 520 W. Battlefield Road, says Dawn Dallas, district manager for Goodwill. Everyone who donates a dress will get receipt for their tax deductible donation and be entered to win a gift certificate at [...]

Support Springfield Schools – Gas Up at Kum & Go Thursday!

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To celebrate the one-year anniversary of its expansion in the Springfield community, Kum & Go has announced a major fundraising effort to benefit the Foundation for Springfield Public Schools. Kum & Go will contribute 3 cents from every gallon of gas sold at Springfield, MO stores on Thursday April 8th to the Foundation for Springfield [...]

Dinner At Panera Tonight Supports The Child Advocacy Center

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The Child Advocacy Center is a great agency that works with children who are involved in investigations of physical and sexual abuse — a very worthy mission. If you feel like eating out tonight, Tuesday April 6th, stop in at the Panera Bread at 500 S National Avenue (at Elm) for dinner. Proceeds between 5 [...]

Glendale Opens With A Difficult Win At Kickapoo

Kickapoo Chiefs - Kicking Cancer!

Kickapoo Chiefs – 2 Glendale Falcons – 4 The Chiefs home opener this year (Branson was rained out) was a lively affair, enhanced by the Booster Club’s remarkable fund-raising effort (video) on behalf of Coach Stephanie Phillips and her family. A large crowd was on hand for both the JV and Varsity match and it [...]