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Represent Springfield Soccer

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The Avila Eagles, an NAIA program that competes in the Heart of America Conference, has a large Southwest Missouri representation. The teams record is 3-8-1 overall and 0-4 in the Conference right now.
Guillermo Zuniga (Nixa 2008) has played in nine games, scoring in two of them, both wins. He’s tied for 3rd in scoring for the team this year.
Danny Curro (Nixa 2007) got into his first game of the season against William Jewell on September 30th.
Hugo Morales (Camdenton 2007) has played in three games, scoring a goal in the 2-0 win over William Penn University.
Justin Varner (Waynesville 2008) has played in 2 of the last 3 games. His brother Kyle is a junior on the Waynesville Tigers squad.
Patrick Allen Turk (Joplin McAuley 2005) has played in 12 games, scoring a goal in the 3-4 loss against Ottawa University.
Chase Slaughter (Carl Junction 2005) has played in 8 games this season, getting off 4 shots on goal.

The Missouri Valley Vikings, also a member of the Heart of America Conference, are relying on a trio of dynamic women from Southwest Missouri and a budding freshman goalkeeper from Central HS. The team is 3-7 this season, 1-2 in the Conference.
Jessica Yach (Nixa 2007) has played in all ten games this season, scoring 6 with an assist for 13 points, #2 for the Vikings.
Regina Bodine (Willard 2007) has also played in all ten games, with one assist from her defensive position.
Patricia Middleton (Willard 2008) has played in all ten games with one assist.
Dessa Loveland (Central 2008) has played in 4 games this season, behind the Vikings senior goalkeeper.
Abby Ussery (Kickapoo 2008) is a red shirt this year.

Chealsey Russell (Kickapoo 2008) got her second straight start for the Owls on Sunday against Memphis, a 0-1 loss that was also broadcast on CSTV Sunday. She was recently featured on the Rice Owls women’s soccer website, in their “Just for Kicks – Meet the Owls” section. My favorite nugget of information from the interview?

My favorite meal at the servery: Lucky Charms
My favorite class at Rice: Nutrition

I’m not sure what to think :) Oh, and she’s started 5 of 6 games now that she is healthy again.

Region II Soccer Tournament: Springfield SC Advances To Semi-finals Again!

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The Springfield SC U17′s shut out Northwest Indiana FC 1-0 today, winning on a goal by Brock Ruggeri (Kickapoo HS, pictured at last years Regionals vs FC Milwaukee). When combined with the KC Wizard Juniors loss to FC Barrington by the same 0-1 score, our local boys advance from the group to reach the Region II semi-finals for the second straight year.

The team has now scored 6 goals while only giving up 1 in the tie to the Wizard Juniors yesterday.

UPDATE – Semi-Final Results and schedules
Missouri puts both U17 Boys teams into the Semi-Finals as Scott Gallagher SC, who lost in the semi-finals of the Missouri State Cup but advanced with a Midwest Regional League (MRL) wildcard (16 teams from 13 states qualified for Regionals). Gallagher went through on tie-breakers with a better goal differential.

Scott Gallagher sends their U13, U15, U17, U18 and U19 boys teams into the Final 4, the KC Wizards U19 Boys team qualified and St Louis SC qualified two girls teams. Chealsey Russell’s (Kickapoo/Rice) St Louis SC U18 advanced to the semi-finals, going 3-0 and outscoring their opponents 8-3 in the process. The U13 Girls team also advanced.

12 NOON Under 17 (KY) UNITED 96 FC INT’L vs (MRL1-MO) SCOTT GALLAGHER
12 NOON Under 17 (MO) SPRINGFIELD SC vs (ON2) EVEREST SOCCER CLUB

Missouri Semi-Finalists (and KC Wizard Juniors)
B Under 13 (IL) ELGIN PUMAS (MO) SCOTT GALLAGHER
B Under 15 (MRL1-KS) KCFC RANGERS (MO) SCOTT GALLAGHER
B Under 18 (WI) FC MILWAUKEE BLUE (MO) SCOTT GALLAGHER
B Under 19 (KS) KC WIZARDS JUNIORS (IL)CHICAGO FIRE JRS. RED
B Under 19 (MO) SCOTT GALLAGHER (NE) ARSENAL BLUEJAYS
G Under 13 (MO) ST. LOUIS SC (KS) KCFC FORCE
G Under 18 (MO) ST. LOUIS SC (WI) FC MILWAUKEE BLUE

Final Round Robin Results
B Under 13 (MO) SCOTT GALLAGHER 5 (ND) CAPITAL CITY SC
G Under 13 (MO2) J B MARINE 2 (MI) MICHIGAN HAWKS BLACK 2
G Under 13 (ON) CASA 0 (MO) ST. LOUIS SC 4
B Under 14 (MO) LOU FUSZ SC GOLD 1 (OS) BLAST FC RED 2
G Under 14 (KS) KCFC HEAT 0 (MO) KC SELECT SCREAM 3
B Under 15 (IA) WEST DES MOINES FIRE 1 (MO) SCOTT GALLAGHER 1
G Under 15 (SD) RUSHMORE U15 GOLD 0 (MO) ST. LOUIS SC 0
B Under 16 (MO) SCOTT GALLAGHER 1 (IL) ECLIPSE SELECT 1
G Under 16 (OS) CUP-RED 4 (MO) ST. LOUIS SC 0
B Under 17 (OS) WORTHINGTON UTD BLUE 0 (MRL1-MO) SCOTT GALLAGHER 1
G Under 17 (MO) ST. LOUIS SC 1 (OS) OHIO ELITE ACADEMY 1
B Under 18 (WI2) MEQUON RED 1 (MO) SCOTT GALLAGHER 3
G Under 18 (MO) ST. LOUIS SC 3 (OS) OHIO ELITE ACADEMY 1
B Under 19 (OS) EAGLES SC 2 (MO) SCOTT GALLAGHER 3
G Under 19 (WI) FC MILWAUKEE 3 (MO) J B MARINE 0

Region II Tourney Update – Springfield SC Win First Game

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Good news from Rockford where the U17 boys won their opening game on Saturday 4-0 over the FC Barrington squad from Illinois making their club’s first ever visit to Regionals. Goals were scored by Ryan Partch, Bryce Collier, Ian Kennedy and Devon Newport, continuing the broad-based scoring model that has gotten them this far.

Sunday’s opponent is the KC Wizards Juniors who defeated Northwest Indiana FC by a 6-1 score, making the game the key to moving out of the group on Tuesday.

Scott Gallagher, who qualified via Midwest Regional play, tied Bangu (MN) 1-1 in their opening group game.

Two-time regional champion (2003, 2005) and 2005 national champion (Under-15 Girls), St. Louis Soccer Club Under-18 Girls defeated Javanon (KY) 2:1. I think they are playing without All-Star Chealsey Russell (Kickapoo/Rice) who was injured in the State Final last week.

Under 13B (OS) WORTHINGTON UTD BLUE 0 - (MO) SCOTT GALLAGHER 0
Under 14B (MO) LOU FUSZ SC GOLD 0 - (IN)CARMEL UNITED ACADEMY 0
Under 15B (MO) SCOTT GALLAGHER 3 - (KS) BVSC STARS CRUZ AZUL 1
Under 16B (MO) SCOTT GALLAGHER 0 - (IN) FC PRIDE PREMIER 3
Under 18B (MO) SCOTT GALLAGHER 4 - (MRL2-WI) MYSC 1
Under 19B (SD) SD UNITED 1 – (MO) SCOTT GALLAGHER 2

Under 13G (MO) ST. LOUIS SC 0 - (IL) ECLIPSE SELECT 0
Under 14G (MRL1-IL) SOCKERS FC 1 - (MO) KC SELECT SCREAM 1
Under 15G (WI) FC MILWAUKEE BLUE 2 – (MO) ST. LOUIS SC 1
Under 16G (MO) ST. LOUIS SC 0 – (IL) ECLIPSE SELECT 3
Under 17G (KS) KCFC IMPACT 2 – (MO) ST. LOUIS SC 1
Under 19G (MO) J B MARINE 1 – (KS) KC COLLEGE SELECT 1

2008 Missouri State Cup Winners

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The Missouri State Cup tournament wrapped up last weekend with the U18 and U19 age groups. It’s not the same tournament it was when I moved here in 2002 and a week later spent a week in Columbia with almost 200 teams competing to represent the state. Unfortunately MYSA has chosen to narrow the field, dramatically, by charging $600 to enter while only guaranteeing a single game. Even the Regional Tournament offers group play but your leadership at MYSA feels that is not in the best interest of their members.

The State will be well represented at Regional but I would prefer to see the former model, which creates a great environment and offers the highest participation levels, returned. Until you the members make your voices heard, we’ll have to live with this model it appears. If you’d like to learn more or offer feedback, contact Southern District Commissioner Kelly Ross at Lake Country Soccer.

Congratulation to the 2008 State Cup Winners. The Springfield Soccer Club earned their second straight title while Chealsey Russell (Kickapoo) earned her 5th title with her U18 St Louis SC Mller teammates.

U13 Girls
Champion: St Louis SC Wipke — Runner Up: JB Marine-Skirvan

U13 Boys
Champion: Scott Gallagher I — Runner Up: St. Louis SC-Grady

U14 Girls
Champion: KC Select Scream — Runner Up: Tony Glavin SC-Green

U14 Boys
Champion: Lou Fusz SC-Gold — Runner Up: Scott Gallagher I

U15 Girls
Champion: St Louis SC-Baynes — Runner Up: KC Select Scream

U15 Boys
Champion: St Louis Scott Gallagher I — Runner Up: St Louis Scott Gallagher II

U16 Girls
Champion: St Louis SC-Hummert — Runner Up: St Louis SC-McDoniel

U16 Boys
Champion: Scott Gallagher — Runner Up: St. Louis SC-Pike

U17 Girls
Champion: St. Louis SC-Huber — Runner Up: Swanner United FC

U17 Boys
Champion: Springfield SC — Runner Up: Lou Fusz SC-Popovic

U18 Girls
Champion: St. Louis SC-Miller — Runner Up: Missouri Premier-Potzman

U18 Boys
Champion: Scott Gallagher — Runner Up: Lou Fusz SC-Parato

U19 Girls
Champion: J B Marine-Kaiser — Runner Up: St. Louis SC-Rasch

U19 Boys
Champion: Scott Gallagher — Runner Up: Hoffmeister-Kreighauser

Ozark Tigers Win First Class 2 District Title In PKs

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Ozark Tigers – 3 (PK’s)
Kickapoo Chiefs – 2
The Tigers opened the scoring this evening in the 2nd minute, by freshman Jayme Braun, sending a message to their Northern neighbor about what to expect. The Chiefs were able to tie the score in the 37th minute via a corner kick, with Megan Etter scoring on the set piece service by Erica Freiert.

The Tigers took the lead again in the second half but the Chiefs were able to rally and tie the score yet again, this time in stoppage time, sending the game into overtime. Two overtime periods were scoreless which led to PK’s. The Tigers won 3-0 when they finished their three chances while the Chief’s first three shooters were blanked. UPDATE – OzarkTigerSoccer.com offers a great read on the game!

The Sectional game will feature Ozark against the winner of the Lebanon vs Glendale game which was moved to tomorrow. It will be played Tuesday May 20th at 6:30 pm at Cooper Soccer Complex. Photo courtesy of Mike Gunnels, OzarkTigerSoccer.com

PS – I was planning on attending but didn’t get home from my business meeting at BPS until almost 6pm this evening. I guess I should have anticipated there might be OT but couldn’t justify the 150 mile round trip for what I thought would only be the final third of the game. I’m sorry I missed it ladies.

Sayonara Regular Season

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Glendale Falcons at Kickapoo ChiefsGlendale Falcons – 4
Kickapoo Chiefs – 2
The Falcon’s earned their second win of the season over the Chiefs this evening on the strength of a pair of goals in stoppage time at the end of the first half. Both goals were opportunistic, with fortunate bounces in the run of play that were difficult reminders of the challenges the Chiefs have faced this season. The first, the ultimate game-winner, was scored by Falcon’s sophomore Lindsey Sprouse. An attempted clearance was deflected and “Sprousie” picked up the loose ball and went into the box unmarked before burying her shot. Less than a minute later, season assist leader Jeni Frewin found space on the left side and lifted her shot over the on-rushing keeper to the far post for a 2-0 lead.

The Chiefs imposed themselves on the visitors in the second half, only to see senior Rachel Duckworth deny them in the 49th minute when she some how found the length necessary to push the Chief’s shot wide. A minute later freshman McKenna Adams found the crossbar for the second time in the game before setting up senior Katy McLain for a goal in the 51st. Adam’s was a challenge for the Falcon’s all evening and on this occasion as she drew a pair of defenders on her run down the right side, she slid a square ball into the path of McLain’s parallel run down the left. Chiefs within one.

Glendale Falcons at Kickapoo ChiefsThe rivalry always brings the best out in these ladies however and the Falcon’s attacked with renewed energy. Frewin saw her shot in the 57th go off the right upright with goalkeeper Shannon Johnson covering the rebound in the face of a hard challenge. A corner kick in the 64th was somehow sent over the crossbar, Johnson covered another Sprouse breakaway, but in the 68th senior Lorin Opfer buried a corner kick from Emilee Williams to increase the margin yet again.

The Chiefs got a penalty kick goal by senior Chealsey Russell in the 73rd minute after a push in the box. It required two attempts as senior Rachel Duckworth guessed correctly and blocked the initial shot but Russell didn’t miss the rebound opportunity. The final margin came late on yet another corner kick, this time Frewin running onto Emily Cline’s driven ball.

The Chief’s finish the regular season 10-10, losing their last two games but showing a renewed attack with the return of Russell, Blotter and Anderson from injury. Their District 12 opponents should be forewarned. The Falcon’s finish 17-5, 8-1 in the Ozark Conference, and have a group of seniors who remember well both the joy of District victory as sophomores and the disappointment of last years failure in the semifinals. Someone needs to buy some fireworks for the games in Lebanon next week.

Photos slideshow from the game

On an unrelated note, did you know Askinosie Chocolate is having an Anniversary Party Friday night? Just in time for Mother’s Day :) Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm Location: 514 E. Commercial Street

Waynesville Tigers – 3 (2 OT)
Nixa Eagles – 2
Reports indicated the Eagles came out and played really well in taking the top-seeded team in the region to two overtime periods. They scored first, in the first half on a direct kick. Waynesville got a pair in the second half, a PK by Katie Pritchard and Lynette Newcomb from Tasha Lord, take the lead. A penalty kick by Nixa tied the score until Pritchard got the game-winner, assist from Erica Combs.

Parkview Vikings – 2
Willard Tigers -0
Goals by Emmy Dale (assist-Shelbie Stewart) and Jessica Maerz (assist-Emmy Dale). Shutout- Caylin Manary

Lebanon Yellowjackets – 10
Central Bulldogs – 0
Senior Abbey Roam scored her first career goal and Emily Boyer returned from illness and scored as well. The Yellowjackets just got tougher in time for Districts.

Rolla Bulldogs – 3
Union Wildcats – 0
Junior Kim Carter netted the first goal on an assist from sophomore Jaclyn Standfast to take the lead in the 8th minute. The Bulldogs also said goodbye to their two seniors, Kaitlin Bramel and Anne Drallmeier.

Ozark hosts West Plains
Joplin hosts McAuley

Kickapoo Chiefs Stake Claim For Top Seed

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Kickapoo Chiefs vs Ozark TigersKickapoo Chiefs – 2
Ozark Tigers – 0
In a season of surprises and new contenders, a traditional power sent a message this evening that they are not to be counted out, despite losing a fourth starter to injury. On the strength of a pair of goals in a six minute span, the Chiefs evened their record at 8-8 and positioned themselves for the top seed in the upcoming District playoffs. Sophomore Mallory Williams (pictured, in brown) took advantage of a loose ball and an open net in stoppage time at the end of the first half to give the Chiefs the lead. Her game-winner was followed in the 44th minute by fellow sophomore Megan Etter, who found space between a pair of defenders and tapped in a wonderful square ball from Kiley Huslig on the right side of the box.

The Chiefs, who have lost four starters this season -seniors Chealsey Russell, Paige Blotter, junior Abby Anderson and now sophomore Megan Melugin – to significant injuries, have somehow found a way to overcome these hurdles and slowly fight their way back into contention. Slowly but surely they have integrated new players into the system and have found a way to win. That seems to be the key difference for the Chiefs – when they need to win, they have. While not dominating on the scoreboard, they have achieved the necessary results and barring anymore bad luck, have established themselves as the team to beat in District 11. Photo Slideshow

Parkview Vikings – 1
West Plains Zizzers – 0
Parkview got the only goal in the 29th minute. Jessica Maerz shot from yards out on the left side.

Rolla Bulldogs – 1 (PK’s)
Jefferson Jays – 0

Joplin Eagles – 2
McAuley Warriors – 0
Joplin’s first score came at 13:11 in the second half on a blast by Stephanie Loden. Loden’s score was assisted by Taylor Sharp. The goal gave the Eagles a boost of momentum.

Springfield Catholic – 6
Marshfield Blue Jays – 1
Shelby Hatz led the Irish attack with three goals and two assists, while Anna DeLong scored a goal and added two assists.

Camdenton Lakers – 9
Willard Tigers – 0
‘(The 14 wins) are the most in a season these seniors have ever had,’ said Camdenton coach J.D. Hunter. Hunter said it was quite a turnaround for his club, which lost 4-0 last season at Willard.

Bolivar Liberators – 5
Greenwood Blue Jays – 1

Kickapoo Shootout, Day Two

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Kickapoo Shootout, Day Two
Saturday was as cold as I have been in quite awhile which wasn’t conducive to shooting photos, by the time I pressed the shutter… well, you get the idea. At least the Catholic girls were keeping warm (above). That didn’t keep the ladies from playing some good soccer, especially in the case of the championship games.

In the Brown Division, Lafayette scored 7 while holding their opponents scoreless before facing the STA Stars, currently #2 ranked in the state and as high as #10 in some national polls while out-scoring their opponents 11-1. Led by Nikki Rivera, their diminutive field general who has won a national championship with Kickapoo’s Chealsey Russell (St Louis SC U15 girls in 2005), the Lancer’s earned the hardware on Saturday.

    Brown Division Championship

Lafayette Lancers – 3
St Teresa Academy Stars – 2

    3rd Place

Sedalia Smith-Cotton – 1
Oakville Tigers – 0

    5th Place

Jackson Indians – 2
Kickapoo Chiefs – 1

    7th Place

KC O’Hara Celtics – 4
Raytown South – 0

    2nd Round Games Played Earlier

St. Teresa Academy Stars – 8
Oakville Tigers – 0

Lafayette Lancers – 3
Sedalia Smith-Cotton – 0

Jackson Indians – 4
KC O’Hara Celtics – 1

Kickapoo Chiefs – 1
Raytown South – 0

For the Gold Division, it was a pair of large schools from opposite ends of the State. The Jays have to feel confident following this weekend about their ability to win close games, as all three games were 1 goal wins this weekend. Parkway West impressed with their sportsmanship and strong team play. The Glendale Falcons were the top local finisher, earning 3rd Place in the Gold Division, going 2-1 with their one loss to the Champion Jays while defeating Jeff City and Gibault.

    Gold Division Championship Game

Liberty Jays – 3 (2 OT)
Parkway West – 2

    3rd Place Game

Glendale Falcons – 4
Gibault – 0

    5th Place

Notre Dame – 1
Springfield Catholic – 1

    7th Place

Rogers (AR) Mountaineers 2
Jeff City Jays – 2

    2nd Round Games Played Earlier

Liberty Jays – 3
Glendale Falcons – 2

Parkway West – 4
Gibault (IL) – 0

Notre Dame – 2
Jeff City Jays – 0

Springfield Catholic – 1
Rogers (AR) Mountaineers – 0

Monday’s Girls Soccer Results

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Kickapoo Chiefs host Nixa EaglesKickapoo Chiefs – 6
Nixa Eagles – 0
At the 50 minute mark, senior Chealsey Russell scored her 3rd goal of the evening, from a long ball by goalkeeper Jessica McCutcheon. It was emblematic of the new lineup Coach Hodge has decided on , moving last years Regional MVP up top where her impact on the game can more directly affect Kickapoo’s early inability to score this season. The Eagles, a young and very active squad, kept it close until the 25th when Abby Anderson scored. It came in traditional Chiefs fashion, a wonderful cross from Katy McLain on the left side, GK touched it but was unable to stop it and Anderson was alertly waiting on the far side where she walked it in. Russell got her first goal a minute later when freshman McKenna Adams alertly sent her in on a breakaway via a diagonal ball. Once again the keeper got a hand on it but Russell had enough power on the ball that it trickled in. The Chief’s got a third goal, Russell’s second, in the first half via a corner kick.

Both keepers, McCutcheon for Kickapoo and Kristen Miller for Nixa (pictured above), were active and made important saves during the game. The Eagle’s worked hard, and knew what they needed to do against their District foe. With a core of freshman that achieved well in last Spring’s Middle School playoffs, it’s just a matter of time before the breaks should begin to go their way.

Camdenton Lakers – 10
Central Bulldogs – 0
Soccer Lady Lakers’ F Megan Manzer found the back of the net four times and F Alisha ‘Girdy’ Morice tapped in the 600th goal in the program’s history Monday in a 10-0 shutout of Springfield Central.

Bolivar Liberators – 2
Willard Tigers – 1
I know Bolivar won, I think it was by the score listed. Willard scored first, from Missouri Valley signee Patsy Middleton, with Julie Magana and Jordan Halbrooke scoring for the Liberators.

Greenwood Blue Jays – 4
Joplin McAuley Warriors – 0
The traditional rivals renew acquaintances in the Warriors opening game of the season.

Ozark Conference Soccer Will Rock You

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Kickapoo Chiefs – 2
Rolla Bulldogs – 1
Chealsey Russell scored on a short shot assisted by a header from Paige Blotter off a Katie McLain corner for a 1-0 lead in the first half. The Chiefs extended their lead when Megan Melugin scored on an assist from Russell. Her shot came from near the 18 yard line and was sent to the keeper’s upper right. Rolla cut the lead to 2-1 when freshmen Ellen Spooner connect on a long throw into the 18. As at least one Chief’s player noted on their Facebook page – finally! We clicked and WE KILLED :) Goodbye Rolla! :)

Lebanon Yellowjackets – 3
Parkview Vikings – 2
First half goal by Stephanie Fore. Parkview scored first in the 2nd half, by Emmy Dale from Jessica Maerz, to tie the game. Hanna Winkel scored for Lebanon to regain the lead. Parkview answered again, by Maerz from Melanie Allen, and the game remained tied until the final minutes when Lebanon was awarded a PK for a foul in the box. Winning PK made by Hanna Winkel. Field was not sloppy, but very slick. Both Parkview goals occurred when Lebanon was pushed up, the ball got through the defense, and Lebanon didn’t recover well.

JV tied 1-1. Tying goal made on a PK in the final minutes by Lebanon Freshman Brayli Hall.

Joplin Eagles – 3
West Plains Zizzers – 1
From the Zizzer website – Joplin opened the scoring in the 34th minute. After a Joplin corner kick, West Plains failed to clear the ball. Rachel Lazenby picked up the loose ball and fired a shot to the far corner from near the top of the 18-yard box. 1-0 Joplin. The Lady Eagles would add a second goal in the 38th minute. Lauren Copple’s crossfrom the right side found Stephanie Loden near the back post. Loden headed the ball in for a 2-0 Joplin lead. In the 44th minute, Michelle Esterle carried the ball down the field on the counterattack. Rachel Skelly made a late run into the play. Esterle laid the ball off to Skelly who worked a give and go to Esterle. As she entered the 18-yard box, Esterle sent a shot past Joplin Keeper Randi Russell to cut the lead to 2-1. In the 50th, Kelly Yount knocked it in to make it 3-1 Joplin

Ozark Tigers – 4
Nixa Eagles – 2
The Christian County derby went to the surging Tigers, who opened the scoring in the 30th minute from Brittany Matthews from Erica Hogan’s long range strike. Hogan got one of her own to open the second half followed by Megan Gunnels goal. Senior Stephanie Allen got one back for Nixa only to see Megan Jenisch score for Ozark, from Gunnels. Allen got another to finish the scoring late.

Central Bulldogs – 2 (2nd OT)
Marshfield Blue Jays – 1
Game winner 6 minutes remaining in 2nd overtime.