Stories from Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Outstanding pitching, solid defense and four runs proved to be the right combination for the Pierce City Lady Eagles softball team to upset the Purdy Lady Eagles on Oct. 11 in the championship of the Class 2, District 5 tournament. "I couldn't ask for anything more from my team," said Pierce City coach Kacy Gunnels. "They came into this game and were mentally prepared. The defense was solid all night."...

It took a herculean effort by Monett softball coach Ty Goetz and volunteers to get the field ready to play in the championship game of the Class 3, District 12 tournament. But the preparation was only a warm-up for his team's performance. The top-seeded Monett Lady Cubs (22-4) defeated the Seneca Lady Indians (20-5) 2-0 to claim the title on Saturday, Oct. 12...