A new assistant coach has been hired for the Grizzly Softball team at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP). more

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.)Joshua Lens, University of Iowa(THE CONVERSATION) Ever since the NCAA permitted … more

The West Plains Zizzers Swim Team made school history Tuesday night, claiming their first-ever conference championship at the inaugural Ozark Mountain Conference meet held at the John H. Foster Natatorium in Springfield. After back-to-back championships by the Lady Zizzers, it was finally the boys’ turn to bring home the title, and they did it in style, edging out Hillcrest by a mere 10 points to seal the deal with a final score of 218-208. Logan-Rogersville came in third with 150 points. more

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The Zizzer Cross Country team made history this past Saturday, competing in the first-ever Ozark Mountain Conference (OMC) meet in Bolivar, MO, and walking away as both Boys and Girls OMC Champions! It was a day filled with excitement, hard work, and triumph as the Zizzers dominated the course and showed why they’re the best in the conference. more

The West Plains Zizzers were on fire Saturday night, taking on the Marshfield Blue Jays in an electrifying road game that had fans on the edge of their seats! The Zizzers soared to a 50-21 victory, putting on a show that no one will soon forget. more

The Top 25 teams in The Associated Press college football poll, with first-place votes in parentheses, records through Oct. 19, total points based on 25 points for a first-place vote through one … more

October 19, 1960, marks a pivotal moment in NBA history—the day the Los Angeles Lakers officially made their debut in the City of Angels. After 13 years of calling Minneapolis home, the Lakers had packed their bags and made the bold move west. The lights, the glitz, and the glamour of Hollywood awaited, but their journey to becoming a legendary franchise in L.A. didn’t exactly start with fireworks. Instead, it began with a tough 140-123 loss to the Cincinnati Royals. more

The West Plains Zizzer Cross Country teams delivered remarkable performances at the prestigious Frank Horton Invitational in Memphis on Saturday, Oct. 5, proving once again they are a force to be reckoned with. more

The Bakersfield High School Lady Lions golf team showed grit and determination as they competed on Oct. 14 at the Class 1 District 1 tournament held at the Bill and Payne Stewart golf course in Springfield. The team proudly placed 7th overall, with sophomore Massey Hayes delivering an outstanding performance, placing 12th out of 58 competitors and earning a spot on the All-District team. more

- Total economic impact of sports increased by $2.8 billion from the previous year, a jump of more than 31% - LOS ANGELES, Calif., Oct. 17, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Los Angeles Sports … more

Associated Press Mid Atlantic Daybook for Tuesday, Oct. 15.The daybook is for planning purposes only and is not intended for publication or broadcast. You should verify any event you plan to … more

The top 25 teams in The Associated Press' women's college basketball poll, with first-place votes in parentheses, and total points based on 25 points for a first-place vote through one point for a … more

Friday night, the West Plains Zizzers traveled to Poplar Bluff and battled it out in an epic showdown against the Mules that left fans on the edge of their seats. After a nail-biting back-and-forth game, the Zizzers walked away with an overtime win, 35-28. It was a game filled with grit, determination, and some clutch plays that sealed the victory. more

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Associated Press Virginia Daybook for Tuesday, Oct. 15.The daybook is for planning purposes only and is not intended for publication or broadcast. You should verify any event you plan to cover.Please … more

The top 25 teams in The Associated Press' college basketball poll, with first-place votes in parentheses, and total points based on 25 points for a first-place vote through one point for a 25th-place … more

The Top 25 teams in The Associated Press college football poll, with first-place votes in parentheses, records through Oct. 12, total points based on 25 points for a first-place vote through one … more

October 12, 1925, marked a tough day for the New York Giants, one they wouldn’t soon forget. In just their first season as an NFL team, the Giants were already riding a wave of optimism after a string of wins. But all of that came crashing down at the Cycledrome in Providence, Rhode Island, as they suffered their first-ever loss in the NFL. The final score: 14-0, Providence Steam Roller. more

Saturday, Oct. 5 was an absolutely beautiful day in West Plains, perfect for the community to come together for a meaningful cause. The streets were alive with the hum of spinning wheels as 113 bicyclists took part in the 5th annual "West Plains Rides for Pedal the Cause," a local effort contributing to innovative cancer research. With a goal of making a difference in the fight against cancer, the energy was high, and the spirit of camaraderie was palpable as riders of all ages came out to support the cause. more