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Thursday Sunshine and Games!

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The regular season comes to an end two weeks from today. District seeding may occur as early as next week.

Greenwood Blue Jays – 0
Logan-Rogersville Wildcats – 2
A goal by Haley Weeks in the 3rd minute and one by Colette Mast, also in the first half, were enough to get the Wildcats past the Blue Jays tonight. Photos available here

Carthage Tigers – 4
Central Bulldogs – 2
Carthage goals by Jamileth Henriquez (2) Tristen Bass (1 goal, 1 assist), Miraya Lopez

Marshfield Wildcats – 6
Republic Tigers – 2
Marshfield goals were scored by Alex Cantrell, who had a hat trick, Kylea Ryser with a brace (that’s 2) and Danielle Coffman.

Neosho Wildcats – 0
Glendale Falcons – 10

OZARK CONFERENCE
The Bulldogs sit atop the Conference with an unblemished record (6-0). Still remaining after tonights game are Camdenton on May 2nd and Glendale on May 3rd. Can they hold on?

Lebanon vs Camdenton is also a District 10 game. Camdenton dreams of District glory this year, and therefor must get past Lebanon if they hope to finally beat Rolla. As the Lake News noted last week – This year’s CHS senior class is winless all-time against Rolla, which has ended the Lady Lakers’ postseason run in districts each of the past two seasons.

Miriam Melugin (KHS 2014) & Emma Chilton (PHS 2014)

Miriam Melugin (KHS 2014) & Emma Chilton (PHS 2014)

Parkview Vikings – 1 (2nd OT)
Kickapoo Chiefs – 0
Kelsey Loderhose buried a free kick from 30 yards (video) for the game winner in the 95th minute Thursday night. The game was scoreless through regulation and while the Chief’s had the better opportunities, including a ball off the underside of the crossbar and a breakaway by Katie Lynn that was cleared inside the six yard box by Holly Messick, they were unable to get the decisive goal.

The Vikings matched the Chiefs intensity tonight, aided and abetted by a recent change that has moved freshman Emma Chilton into the middle. Emma offers the Vikings more bite in the middle, a necessary ingredient in the Ozark Conference. The Vikings backline, led by McKenzie Payton, once again features Anna Withers, Messick and Amy Green and this experienced group will be key come Districts where a single goal can determine the outcome.

The Chiefs, who welcomed the return of McKenna Adams and Kate Bess from injuries, will look at how a foul 30 yards out impacted the outcome. Much like the Glendale match a month ago. Strong games against Ozark and Camdenton next week will be important to earning a #2 seed in preparation for Districts. Oh, and that rematch with the Falcon’s on May 11th.

Rolla Bulldogs – 5
Joplin Eagles – 0

Lebanon Yellowjackets – 0
Camdenton Lakers – 3
Camdenton goals by freshmen Morgan Henry and Whitney Snow and game winner by Danielle Brooks (junior). Camdenton improves to 11-4 and 5-1 in Conference play
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Monday – Kickapoo Wins!

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Kickapoo Chiefs and Nixa Eagles, April 2011Big game tonight as the Nixa Eagles, after a weekend off, will visit the Kickapoo Chiefs who went 1-1 at the Parkway College Showcase this weekend. The Eagle’s are looking to extend their unbeaten string and more importantly, send another message to District 11 about their plans for this season. After getting their first ever win over Kickapoo last year, this has the making of a new derby. Varsity will start approximately 6:30 pm. I’ll be there!

Kickapoo Chiefs – 3
Nixa Eagles – 2
Junior Megan Manes stamped her name on this rivalry tonight with a pair of goals that led the Chiefs to victory. Both goals were opportunistic, with Mane’s showing good anticipation and composure by burying her shots from just outside the six yard box. The first came in the 36th minute, soon after the game was restarted following injury time as Nixa freshman Taylor Stamper was escorted from the field following her collision with her keeper on a play in the box. The Chief’s took the goal kick that followed and went right back into the Eagle’s box and when GK Kristin Miller punched out a dangerous cross, Mane’s was on the far side where she put the ball back into the unguarded net. Her game-winner followed a similar recipe, this time in the 68th minute and was a deserved reward for her teammates efforts leading up to the goal.

The Eagles scored first this evening, after weathering an early flurry from Kickapoo. Senior Kelsey Haist buried a PK in the 9th minute after Rachel Murphey was taken down in the box. Nixa responded well to the goal, as might be expected, and went after a second but were unable to break down Kickapoo’s defenses, while the Chief’s were also ruing missed opportunities.

A conversation with senior Katy Lynn post-game pointed to the confidence boost that Mane’s first goal offered the Chief’s, coming directly after the injury break offered the team an opportunity to reinforce that the game was theirs to win. Lynn also pointed to Hodge’s inspirational speech at halftime, something she noted the girls have been waiting all season for. He pointed to the teams performance at the Parkway College Showcase and reinforced the opportunity that awaited them.

The Chief’s got their 3rd goal less than a minute after Mane’s game-winner when McKenna Adam’s buried a shot from 25 yards. Freshman Miriam Melugin also came close in the closing minutes when she banged a shot off the crossbar.

Nixa’s second goal was scored in the 73rd minute following a throw-in from near the Chief’s bench and when the ball took a big bounce, goalkeeper Danzer had to come out fast and block an initial shot as an Eagle snuck in-between the Chief’s defenders. Moats tracked down the loose ball and buried it before the defense could react. It was insufficient however as the Eagle’s were a shadow of themselves in the second half of this game. A lack of movement off the ball was the biggest failure in my opinion. The Eagle’s now have their first lesson in what it means to be the favorite. Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown.

Greenwood Blue Jays – 4
Joplin McCauley – 1
The Blue Jays got goals from Sara Cook (2 – welcome back Sara) and Mary-Margaret Kirkman (2). The Warriors goal was scored by Sammi Graham

This is a District game although with only three teams in the District, Catholic being the other one, this is more about learning what will be needed in late May when the playoffs role around.

Bolivar Liberators – 5
Republic Tigers – 1
Bolivar got goals from Abby Martin, assisted by Sarah Magana; Jonna Welch, assisted by Izzy Mersch and Sarah Magana, assisted by Morgan Wohnoutka, to open a 3-0 halftime lead. Magana and Welch each scored second half goals as well, both assisted by Izzy Mersch, before the Tiger’s Sara Marcotte got the Tiger’s on the board unassisted in the 69th minute.

Rolla Bulldogs – 6
West Plains Zizzers – 1
Rolla had six different people score. Rolla is now 5-1 overall and 3-0 in the Ozark Conference.

The Bulldogs, always known for their defense, have found offense this season as well. Much of it appears to be going through Nicole Howard, the coaches daughter who I’m hearing excellent reports on. The Bulldogs barely lost to Visitation 2-3 this weekend. Viz is the #1 ranked team in Class 2 and knocked off #1 Large School St Joe’s on Thursday.

Marshfield Blue Jays – 10
Mtn. View/Liberty Eagles – 4
Marshfield goals by Kylea Ryser (5), Alex Cantrell (2), Jennifer McArthur, Danielle Coffman and Jenna Diehl.

Dixon Bulldogs - 6
Osage Indians – 0

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COC Soccer – Nixa Shocks Catholic

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Kelsey Haist's goal falls under cross bar

Kelsey Haist's goal falls under cross bar

No true Conference games as it’s small-schools versus large schools today BUT you can see Class 1 State Champions Springfield Catholic go up against #1 ranked Large School Nixa tonight.

Nixa Eagles - 2
Springfield Catholic – 1
Senior Kelsey Haist gave Nixa only their second win ever over Catholic when she buried her shot from the top of the box into the upper 90 in the 77th minute. Sr Kelsey Bartell won a ball at the top of the box, with the ball falling to junior Lauren Moats, who dribbled into the left side of the box, pulling defenders with her. Her simple ball back to the penalty circle found Haist who one-timed her shot, which was just beyond the reach of the Catholic keeper (see photo).

It was an epic battle, the type of competition that shows the levels that can be reached by players who love the game and competing, regardless of gender. Add in the fact that these two teams are very familiar with each other, stocked with Club players on each side, and it was easy to see that bragging rights were on the line as well. The Class 3 Coaches in the region, and I, identified the Eagles as the early season favorites in Class 3 and tonight they delivered on that promise. For the Fightin’ Irish, losing at any time in the season is something to take personally.

The keeper’s established the tone early. Nixa’s Kristin Miller throwing herself at the feet of Shelby Hatz on the breakaway, Goetzinger charging out beyond the box to clear a Nixa effort. Catholic broke through first, with Bekah Bade running through an attempted clearance, breaking in alone and calmly slotting her shot to the far post 13 minutes in. It was a frenetic pace, exemplified by freshman Nicole Ortega later shaking off not one but two hard tackles to get down the line before crossing the ball into the box. Somehow Nixa held on as Catholic were unable to convert any of their set pieces tonight, a critical element in the Eagle’s win.

The Eagle’s showed a confident approach to the game that only comes from experience. They played their game, run by Haist and Moats, that concentrates on simple passes, working the triangle and getting numbers into the box. The fact that they were able to bring not 11, but 17 players to that effort, led to fresher legs at the end. The tying goal was scored in the 37th minute, moved down the left side before Courtney Frerichs found Rachel Murphy near the penalty circle. Her shot bounced off a defender and into the net as the keeper was unable to recover from her initial dive. Haist got her game winner in the final 3 minutes of the second half. Coincidence? I think not.

Catholic will look back at this game and justifiably feel they could have won, with more and better opportunities in the box. Nixa was opportunistic and the game-winner came as they were imposing themselves on the Irish defense over the final 20 minutes. A simple adjustment, which reduced the breakaway opportunities Catholic was able to create in the first half, helped give Nixa the confidence to attack Catholic and get a win that will help them in late May when it matters most.

Republic Tigers – 2
Carl Junction Bulldogs – 5

Marshfield Blue Jays – 7
Branson Pirates – 0
Danielle Coffman scores four goals, Alex Cantrell scores one and has four assist. Kylea Ryser and Morgan Blackstock both add one each.
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Central Ozark All-Conference Soccer Honors, Small Schools

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Carsen Baron, Springfield Catholic (2011)

Carsen Baron, Springfield Catholic (2011)

The Missouri Soccer Coaches Association has released their All-Conference Honors for the Small School division of the Central Ozark Conference. The division includes the Class 1 and Class 2 schools that compete in the Central Ozark Conference in Girls soccer. It includes Bolivar, Springfield Catholic, Logan-Rogersville, Marshfield,

Missouri Class 2 Girls All-District 5 Soccer Honors

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Bekah Patton, Bolivar Liberators (2010)

Bekah Patton, Bolivar Liberators (2010)

The Missouri Soccer Coaches Association has released the All-District Honors list for Class 2 District 5. The District includes Bolivar, Carl Junction, Clinton, Harrisonville, Logan-Rogersville, Marshfield, Ruskin, Warrensburg and West Plains. Harrisonville won the District title in 2010, defeating the defending champion Bolivar Liberators in the final this year.

Class 2 District 5 – Harrisonville To Final, 2nd Game Moved

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At Bolivar High School

Jennifer McArthur (MHS 2011) and Anisa Alexander (HHS 2013) battle

Jennifer McArthur (MHS 2011) and Anisa Alexander (HHS 2013) battle

#1 Harrisonville Wildcats – 2
#5 Marshfield Blue Jays – 0
Alex Erickson and Nikki Woodfin. Shutout by Sara Clarke.

I caught the second half, after the score was already 2-0. What I saw was two teams who ignored the conditions (the field was already muddy with areas of standing water) and played strong games indicative of the importance of the game. Harrisonville looks to have several weapons and a strong defense that were able to throw up a wall around their goal. Warrensburg or Bolivar will have a significant challenge to move past the Wildcats on Saturday.

The Marshfield players were a joy to watch. While losing Alex Cantrell limited how far the Blue Jays might have advanced, her 2011 class will offer the Jay’s another strong core to build on, with forwards Kylea Ryser and Jennifer McArthur reliable scoring options, Shelbie Porter and Morgan Blackstock back to lead the defense. Add current sophomores Danielle Coffman and Gabriayle Lowe and Coach Lewis has the tools to return next year.

Goalkeeper will be the most critical position to replace as Morgan Horman turned in her finest games of the season when it mattered most this week, roaming widely in her box to limit the Wildcat’s opportunities and beating West Plains. The tandem of Allison Martin on defense with Ashley Burgner (hurt this week) with Ashley Honeycutt in the midfield worked well together and Honeycutt is my pick for most valuable Jay this season in the four games I saw. I understand she may be headed for Northeast Oklahoma A&M to play in college (Miami, OK) which is good news.

The game between the #2 Bolivar Liberators and #3 Warrensburg Tigers has been moved to tomorrow evening at 6:00 pm due to unplayable conditions following 30 minutes of heavy rain. The final will be played Saturday at a time to be determined.

As Coach Jeff Edge notes in the Bolivar Herald-Free Press: “We beat Warrensburg 3-1 earlier in the year at Warrensburg, but the Lady Tigers had several starters out due to injury and illness. This will be a much different club than we faced earlier in the season. They also have a sour taste in their mouth after losing the district final to us 3-0 last year.”

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Willard Tournament Won By Bolivar

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Brittany Dunn saves the close shot by Julie Magana

Brittany Dunn saves the close shot by Julie Magana

Bolivar Liberators – 4
Willard Tigers – 1
With the Tiger’s playing in their 3rd game of the day, the Liberator’s used that knowledge to try and put some early pressure on them. The Tiger’s handled it well until the 18th minute when Jonna Welch, battling for a ball centered by Sammy Jacobson, broke into the box with a defender on her back. Somehow she got a foot on the ball and it slipped just inside the upright to the right of the charging goalkeeper. The second goal came late in the first half when Julie Magana was sent in alone via a nice pass by Abby Martin. You can see the goal below. The Tiger’s had two good opportunities in the final minutes of the first half but were unable to finish.

The game finished with Jonna Welch getting two more goals for a hat-trick and the Tiger’s scoring one in the second half.

Bolivar Liverators – 3
Willard Tigers – 1
The Liberators opened the morning with the win against the hosts

Marshfield Blue Jays – 4
Central Bulldogs – 1
After their opening game loss to Bolivar on Friday afternoon, the Jay’s score four goals for the second straight game.

Willard Tigers – 1 (PKs)
Marshfield Blue Jays – 0
With both teams playing their second game of the day, the defenses held the advantage as this game finished in a scoreless tie after regulation. The Tigers advanced in PK’s with a 2-1 advantage. Ashley Honeycutt scored for the Jays while the Tiger scorers included Lindsay Owens and ?

The Jay’s defense includes Allison Martin (21), Kayla Esquivel (27), Morgan Blackstock (1) and Shelbie Porter (7). The four ladies were able to nullify the Tiger’s attack with their hard work and Porter and Blackstock were also making runs forward to support their midfield leader Ashley Honeycutt througout the game. It was an impressive effort and with a bit more luck, Honeycutt or Kylea Ryser up top might have provided the upset against the larger school who are also positioned for the top seed in Class 3 District 12 later this month.

For the Tiger’s, senior D Rexroat (16) and sophomore Torri Thomas combined with goalkeeper Brittany Dunn to keep the clean sheet. With a lively crew of underclassmen playing off of senior Rebekah Mann (17) in the middle, the Tiger’s counter-attacked regularly but lacked a reliable finisher as injuries have limited the teams options.

More photos later, off to an evening game now.

Monday Girls Soccer – Chiefs Take Down Nixa

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McKenna Adams, after scoring against Nixa

McKenna Adams, after scoring against Nixa

Nixa Eagles – 0
Kickapoo Chiefs – 1
The Chiefs ended a string of 8 straight halves without scoring a goal by scoring one that will resonate all the way until mid-May when District 11 seeding discussions begin. Senior Megan Melugin picked up a ball near midfield and slipped a thru ball to McKenna Adams who fought off an Eagle defender and ran into the box where she slotted a ball to the far post past an on-rushing keeper. The goal came in the 66th minute and the team held on to earn the important District win.

This is a game I almost didn’t attend, with Nixa coming off their win in the Christian County Tournament while Kickapoo had lost their last three without scoring since the 1st half against Waynesville last Tuesday. It seemed primed for the Eagles to earn their first win ever against Kickapoo and establish themselves as a true challenger in District 11. Instead what transpired was a Chiefs defense that showed a high level of resilience, born in the forges of one of the most challenging schedules for any team in the area to date. Aided by keeper McKenzie Danzer’s response to the challenges, the Eagles had a shot go off the upright in the 4th minute, another pair tipped off the crossbar and a cross somehow go through the six yard box without anyone touching it, all in the first half. When the Chief’s lost Danzer to an injury in the 38th minute, yet another challenge for the Chiefs this season, it was the visitor’s who took control in the second half by controlling the midfield and taking advantage of the brief opening afforded to them during the evening. Wow, what a game.

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V 1st on the Grass pitch

Mt View Liberty Eagles – 3
Marshfield Blue Jays – 10
Jenifer McArthur 3, Kylea Ryser 3, Dannyca Mostrom 2, Ashley Honeycutt 1, Morgan Horman 1, scored for Lady jays

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Tuesday Soccer Report

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Maddie Esther, Greenwood (2010) splits the defense

Maddie Esther, Greenwood (2010) splits the defense

Central Bulldogs – 1
Greenwood Blue Jays – 7
The Blue Jays opened their season this evening by visiting Harrison Stadium to play the Bulldogs. The two teams traded goals in the first 35 minutes with Greenwood scoring first before the Bulldogs fought back, scoring when junior Nicky Murphy curled a corner kick directly into the net. The wind had an effect on both teams and the Blue Jays finally sorted things out to score two goals in the final 3 minutes of the first half.

Once Greenwood was playing with the wind, their superior speed opened up the play even further leading to the final margin. Goals were scored by Mary-Margaret Kirkman, who had a hat trick as did sophomore Sara Cook. Senior Maddy Esther completed the scoring for the Blue Jays. By the way, send a shout out to Mary-Margaret Kirkman and her twin sister, Anna-Grace Kirkman, who moved here from Searcy, AR in January. After helping the Jay’s basketball program they are now on the pitch causing problems for opposing teams with their speed and game awareness.

Joplin Eagles – 2
Carthage Tigers – 0
The last time these two teams met was in the District playoffs last year when the first year Tigers fell in the first round by a 0-3 score.

Parkview Vikings – 1 (PK’s)
Nixa Eagles – 0
Quite a battle on the West side tonight as the District 11 foes battled to a scoreless tie through regulation and two OT periods. PK’s went to the fifth and final shooters with Nixa’s shot going wide while junior Kelsey Loderhose buried her PK for the Viking’s win.

Jeff City Jays – 1
Camdenton Lakers – 0
In the word’s of Laker’s Coach JD Hunter “Kinsey Shouse scores on a PK after a foul in the box was called on Camdenton 20 minutes into the first half. I wish I could say it was a bad call, but the call was dead on and so was the penalty kick.” Jeff City is the defending District 10 champion while Camdenton lost in PK’s in the semifinal round last year to Rolla, who in turn lost to Jeff City in the final.

Marshfield Blue Jays – 1
Bolivar Liberators – 3
Tied 1-1 at half, Bolivar earned the win with a second half pk and a last minute goal on a corner. Kylea Ryser scored for Marshfield as these District and COC foes renewed their rivalry.

Logan-Rogersville Wildcats – 0
Catholic Fightin’ Irish – 3

Hillcrest Hornets – 2
Carl Junction Bulldogs – 0
The Hornets get their second win in two days! Goals by Cassie Ferrell and Courtney Busby. Shutout by Laurie Orr.

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Poplar Bluff Mules – 3
West Plains Zizzers – 0
The Lady Zizzers started the game strong, moving the ball and created some scoring chances, but couldn’t find the net. About midway through the half, the momentum shifted to Poplar Bluff. The Lady Mules opened the scoring in the 29th minute as Allie Pattillo sent Marissa Burroughs in behind the defense where she sent a ball past Sammi Phegley for a 1-0 lead.

Lebanon Yellowjackets – 0
Kickapoo Chiefs – 1
The Chief’s pull out the win in this low-scoring Conference game.

Neosho Wildcats –
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Tuesday’s Southwest Missouri High School Girls Soccer Report

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The Waynesville vs Joplin game scheduled for today was canceled due to the services for Waynesville’s Patrick Clegg. A make up date will be announced soon.

Lebanon Yellowjackets – 1
Rolla Bulldogs – 0
The game-winning goal was scored by Hannah Winkel with 5 minutes left, assisted by Emily Boyer. The Yellowjackets accomplished step one in their effort to return to the District Final’s for the 3rd straight year. Thursday’s game against Camdenton will be the next test, while Jeff City looks to get past Rolla and Waynesville next week.

Camdenton Lakers – 8
Parkview Vikings – 1
The Lakers went up 5-0 in the first half before Parkview scored a goal in the 38th minute. Junior Latea LaRue scored 3 goals and had 2 assists in the contest. Freshman forward Kaylay Utley scored 1 goal and had 4 assists. Freshman Cassie Hale scored 1 goal and had 1 assist. Sophomore Sabrina Bartley, Junior Jessica Smith and Senior Stephanie Kirvan each had a goal as well. Camdenton is now 14-3 overall and 4-1 in Ozark Conference play.

Glendale Falcons – 8
Hillcrest Hornets – 2
Jeni Frewin (2G), Emily Jordan (1G), Lindsey Sprouse (2G), Emily Cline (1G), Karis Hefton (1G), Ann Millington (1G), Molly Brewer (2A), Katie Brewer (1A) scored for the Falcon’s. Goals for Hillcrest were scored by Elizabeth Durnall on an assist by Erin Boschen and Courtney Busby on an assist by Boschen.

Kickapoo Chiefs – 2
West Plains Zizzers - 0

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Catholic Fightin’ Irish – 3
Marshfield Blue Jays – 2
Great game tonite in Marshfield! Catholic takes a 2-0 lead at halftime on goals by Jessica Bowman and Rachel Herron. Marshfield ties the game early in the second on goals by Dannyca Mostrom and Kylea Ryser. Catholic gets the game winner late on a goal by Natalie Smid.

Carthage Tigers – 0
Nixa Eagles – 2
The Eagles get the COC win on Senior night

Bolivar Liberators – 4
Rogersville Wildcats – 1
Jody McFarlen scored 3 goals for the Liberators enroute to the win over their COC foes. Jonna Welch added a goal and an assist. Rogersville’s goal was scored by #32

Ozark Tigers – 3
Neosho Wildcats – 0
Goals from Megan Gunnels, Eva Shwert, and Jackie Wacha. On Senior night.

Branson Pirates – 3
Willard Tigers – 1
Branson scored fifteen minutes into the match when Neva Raschel’s free kick went off the crossbar and was headed in by Emily Joplin. The score held until stoppage time in the first half when Ali Appleby broke free and beat Bri Ford to tie the score going into half. Both teams moved the ball in the second half but Jordan Gattis got the game winner with a nice header back to the far post in 63rd minute. Branson continued to pressure and got its third goal from Maggie Charland off a one time hit in the 79th minute.

The win was the first ever Central Ozark Conference win for the Branson Pirates. Congrats ladies! Branson improved to 4-11-1 with the win.

Smith-Cotton – 1
JC Jays -0