The West Plains Zizzers football team hit the road Friday night and came home with their first conference win of the 2024 season, dominating the Hillcrest Hornets with a final score of 35-7. It was a classic under-the-lights showdown, packed with the kind of big plays and hard hits that make high school football the thrill we all know and love. more

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Gathering for a tailgate party before a football game is a tradition as old as the sport itself. Some say eating before games started with the first game in 1869. As you tailgate this fall, embrace … more

The Top 25 teams in The Associated Press college football poll, with first-place votes in parentheses, records through Sep. 14, total points based on 25 points for a first-place vote through one … more

Here's a look at how AP's general news coverage is shaping up for select California stories. For up-to-the minute information on AP's complete coverage of California and the rest of the world, visit … more

Here’s a look at how AP’s general news coverage is shaping up for select New Mexico stories. For up-to-the minute information on AP’s complete coverage of New Mexico and the rest of the world, … more

The highlights of Friday's AP Sports report. An up-to-the minute listing of all stories planned, including games and events, is available in Coverage Plan on AP Newsroom, … more

It’s hard to imagine, but there was a time when the World Series didn’t happen. Not because of a war or a natural disaster, but because of something much more complex and frustrating: labor disputes. Yes, on September 14, 1994, Major League Baseball made the agonizing decision to cancel the rest of the season, including the iconic World Series, due to a player strike that had dragged on for over a month. more

The West Plains Zizzers soccer team has been on an absolute tear, showing moments of brilliance, teamwork, and resilience across multiple games. From an incredible start in the Lebanon Tournament to tough standalone matchups, the Zizzers have experienced both the highs of victory and the lessons of defeat. Let’s dive into the action-packed slate of games that have kept Zizzer Nation on the edge of their seats. more

In an impressive offensive display, the West Plains High School Lady Zizzers softball team surged past the Osage High School Indians with an 18-9 victory on Monday, September 9. more

Here's a look at how AP's general news coverage is shaping up for select Missouri stories. For up-to-the minute information on AP's complete coverage of Missouri and the rest of the world, visit … more

Here's a look at how AP's general news coverage is shaping up for select New England stories. For up-to-the minute information on AP's complete coverage of New England and the rest of the world, … more

The highlights of Wednesday's AP Sports report. An up-to-the minute listing of all stories planned, including games and events, is available in Coverage Plan on AP Newsroom, … more

Australian breaker Rachael Gunn, or “b-girl Raygun,” holds the top spot in her sport’s latest world rankings despite Olympic performances that led to online ridicule. On Tuesday, the sport’s … more

Here’s a look at how AP’s general news coverage is shaping up for select Arizona stories. For up-to-the minute information on AP’s complete coverage of Arizona and the rest of the world, visit … more

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Attention basketball enthusiasts! Don’t miss the upcoming Otter Basketball Camp on Oct. 5 and 6 at West Plains. Not only will you get the chance to improve your basketball skills, but you'll also be supporting Lady Zizzer Basketball through this fantastic fundraiser! more

In front of an energized home crowd on Friday night, the West Plains Zizzers kicked off their football season with a decisive 43-6 victory over the Parkview Vikings. The game was a showcase of the Zizzers’ skill, teamwork, and relentless defense, with standout performances on both sides of the ball. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the action-packed game. more

Friday night at Zizzer Stadium was electric, and it wasn’t just because of the football! The participants from this summer’s Future Zizzer Cheer Camp had the chance to show off their new skills in front of a packed crowd ahead of the West Plains Zizzers’ home opener. These little cheerleaders wowed the community with their spectacular performance, full of energy and excitement! It was clear they had a blast out there. more

The Lady Zizzer Golf team had an awesome day on Sept. 5 at the Seymour Tournament, held at Whispering Pines. Out of 12 teams, they battled their way to a solid 4th place finish! The big highlight of the day? Kirsten Fish absolutely crushed it, tying for 6th place overall with a score of 98. Even better, she broke 100 for the first time ever! It was a huge personal milestone for Kirsten and an all-around great showing for the Lady Zizzers. more