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Van-Far junior Nikos Connaway makes a move in midair at the rim against Hallsville in the Centralia Invitational Tournament. Connaway finishing with a career-high 34 points in the 64-63 loss.

TOURNEY ROUNDUP: Van-Far boys lose back-to-back thrillers for short stay

Van-Far can’t stay in front in loss to Hallsville, Connaway scores career-high 34 After two thrilling games, the Van-Far boys won’t be playing again this week. The Indians failed … more

By Jeremy Jacob, Sports Editor | 12/10/22

North Callaway junior Riley Blevins makes a pass from half court Friday during the Ladybirds' 40-30 win against Macon in the Centralia Invitational Tournament. Blevins led all scorers with 14 points to help clinch fifth place for North Callaway.

TOURNEY ROUNDUP: North Callaway girls finish fifth after smooth at end

Ladybirds hold off Van-Far 43-38 to advance Maintaining adequate breathing room proved difficult for the North Callaway girls late Wednesday night. In the consolation semifinals of the … more

By Jeremy Jacob, Sports Editor | 12/10/22

North Callaway junior Sam Pezold moves toward the rim Saturday during the Thunderbirds' 67-49 loss to Hallsville in the Centralia Invitational Tournament. Pezold finished the game with 11 points but averaged 18 points in three games this week to make the all-tournament team.

TOURNEY ROUNDUP: North Callaway boys 'close' after going 1-2 this week

Check Saturday night for the game story from North Callaway's consolation final against Hallsville. Thunderbirds battle through sickness to win rematch against Centralia 45-42 The North … more

By Jeremy Jacob, Sports Editor | 12/10/22

Centralia junior Cullen Bennett goes for a layup in transition on Tuesday against Macon in the Centralia Invitational Tournament. Bennett finished with 13 points in a 60-41 loss prior to the Panthers being eliminated Thursday after a 45-42 loss to North Callaway.

TOURNEY ROUNDUP: Centralia boys' scoring struggles lead to elimination

Centralia continues offensive skid in 45-42 loss to North Callaway The Centralia boys' offense will have to work out their offensive issues after their home tournament. The Panthers lost 45-42 … more

By Jeremy Jacob, Sports Editor | 12/10/22

Centralia junior Morgan Ross goes for a layup Friday against Hallsville during the Centralia Invitational Tournament championship game. Ross scored 11 points as part of Centralia's dominant 59-28 victory to earn the program's first Centralia tournament title since 1991.

TOURNEY ROUNDUP: Centralia girls tear through home tournament with first title since 1991

Lady Panthers buy in, shut down Harrisburg 54-25 The Centralia girls didn’t allow any points during the first quarter Wednesday night. In fact, the Lady Panthers prevented then-undefeated … more

By Jeremy Jacob, Sports Editor | 12/10/22

The Mexico boys wrestling team practices before this season. The Bulldogs lost their first dual of the season Thursday at conference opponent Marshall.

MAT ROUNDUP: North Callaway wins Callaway tri

North Callaway wrestling was a match short of winning the Callaway tri meet a season ago. The Thunderbirds won the meet between them, Fulton and South Callaway in decisive fashion Thursday, … more

By Jeremy Jacob, Sports Editor | 12/10/22

Van-Far senior Mara Jensen completes a fast break in the Lady Indians' 43-38 loss to North Callaway in the Centralia Invitational Tournament. Jensen finished both tournament games with a double-double.

TOURNEY ROUNDUP: Van-Far girls' comeback not enough to save tournament

Van-Far comeback falls short 43-38 to North Callaway Maintaining adequate breathing room proved difficult for the North Callaway girls late Wednesday night. In the consolation semifinals of the … more

By Jeremy Jacob, Sports Editor | 12/10/22

Centralia senior Harper Sontheimer blankets Harrisburg leading scorer Carli Ellis on Wednesday during the semifinals of the Centralia Invitational Tournament. The Lady Panthers' defense shut down Harrisburg 54-25 to play for the championship at 8 p.m. Friday against Hallsville.

LEDGER SPORTS ROUNDUP 12/07/2022

Girls basketball Centralia buys in, shuts down Harrisburg 54-25 The Centralia girls didn’t allow any points during the first quarter Wednesday night. In fact, the Lady Panthers … more

By Jeremy Jacob, Sports Editor | 12/8/22

Van-Far senior Cody Smith takes the ball away from Salisbury's Ethan Hamilton on Tuesday night in the Centralia Invitational Tournament. The Indians were as close at four points in the fourth quarter but ultimately lost 58-52 to the second-ranked team in Class 2.

LEDGER SPORTS ROUNDUP 12/06/2022

Boys basketball Van-Far runs out of time, falls short 58-52 to state-ranked Salisbury The Van-Far boys wanted more time Tuesday night. That’s how close the Indians were possibly to … more

By Jeremy Jacob, Sports Editor | 12/7/22

Mexico senior Jordan Shelton rises for a layup Saturday against conference rival Fulton in the Montgomery County Basketball Tournament championship game. Shelton finished with a game-high 28 points and was named to the all-tournament team along with junior DJ Long.

Mexico boys' slow start leads to early 69-52 loss to rival Fulton for MoCo title

The Mexico boys had several thrilling comebacks three games deep into this season. The Bulldogs worked themselves into too big of a hole Saturday night as they lost 69-52 to North Central … more

By Jeremy Jacob, Sports Editor | 12/7/22

Mexico senior Lexie Willer makes a move against a Clopton defender Friday night in the consolation championship game in the Montgomery County Basketball Tournament. Willer finished with a team-high eight points and four steals, but the Lady Bulldogs lost 61-30.

Mexico girls lose to quick Clopton 61-30 after first win

The Mexico girls clinched their first win of the 2022-23 season on Wednesday but had to get refocused quick. Quick was the key term Friday night as No. 3 seed Mexico lost 61-30 to No. 4 Clopton in … more

By Jeremy Jacob, Sports Editor | 12/7/22

Centralia junior Raegan Anderson (12) defends Van-Far senior Mara Jensen in the post Monday during the first round of the Centralia Invitational Tournament. Jensen finished with 16 points and 11 rebounds, and 10 Lady Panthers scored in Centralia's 66-20 victory.

Centralia girls share in 66-20 win vs Van-Far in home tournament

The Centralia girls showcased the importance of sharing on the court Monday. The Lady Panthers finished with 19 assists and 10 of their girls scored to defeat Van-Far 66-20 in the first round of … more

By Jeremy Jacob, Sports Editor | 12/7/22

North Callaway junior Abrielle Burgher drives into traffic Monday against Harrisburg in the Ladybird's 45-32 loss in the first round of the Centralia Invitational Tournament.

North Callaway girls' empty trips difference in 45-32 loss to Harrisburg

The North Callaway girls’ defense rose to the challenge against a state-caliber offense Monday, but the offense couldn’t keep up. The Ladybirds faced Harrisburg on Monday in the … more

By Jeremy Jacob, Sports Editor | 12/7/22

Community R-6 senior Sarah Angel makes a pass during the Lady Trojans' home game Nov. 22 against Wellsville-Middletown. Angel led the Lady Trojans with 21 points in a Monday night 60-54 win against Silex.

Angel leads Community R-6 girls to 60-54 win vs Silex

When the Community R-6 girls needed plays down the stretch, Sarah Angel was there to provide them. Angel led the Lady Trojans with 21 points, six rebounds, four steals and finished 11-for-14 at … more

By Jeremy Jacob, Sports Editor | 12/7/22

The North Callaway wrestling team won the Ray Stockdale Invitational in Knob Noster for the second straight year. The Thunderbirds finished with nine medalists, including three first-place finishes.

MAT ROUNDUP: North Callaway repeats as Ray Stockdale champion

North Callaway repeated as tournament champions at the Ray Stockdale Invitational in Knob Noster after finishing with 163 points to edge Knob Noster by one point and beat out 15 other teams. The … more

By Jeremy Jacob, Sports Editor | 12/7/22

Mexico senior Jordan Shelton advances the ball in transition Saturday in the Montgomery County Basketball Tournament championship game. Shelton led all scorers with 28 points while coming away with seven steals, but Mexico lost 69-52 to its conference rival Fulton.

LEDGER SPORTS ROUNDUP 12/03/2022

Boys basketball Mexico boys’ slow start leads to early 69-52 loss to rival Fulton The Mexico boys had several thrilling comebacks three games deep into this season. The Bulldogs … more

By Jeremy Jacob, Sports Editor | 12/4/22

Mexico senior Jordan Shelton contorts prior to laying in a game-tying 3-point play Thursday night in the Montgomery County Basketball Tournament semifinals against Hermann. The Bulldogs defeated Hermann 66-64 and play Fulton for the championship today.

Mexico boys coach through adversity to 66-64 win vs Hermann, advances to championship game

The situation looked bleak in the second quarter for the Mexico boys in the Montgomery County Basketball Tournament semifinals. The top-seeded Bulldogs were already trailing No. 5 Hermann 21-17 … more