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Members of the Warrenton boys volleyball team are front row, from left, Brayden Brown, Dillen Coleman, Ken Le, Austin White and Deadrick Forrest. Middle row, from left, Team Manager Grace Ruediger, Austin Gentry, Jamarion Fulton, Jeremiah Montgomery, Lucas Payne and Team Manager Chandler Blondin. Back row, from left, Assistant Coach John Schulte, Head Coach Jake Brown, Matthew Faubion, Carter Flake, Issac Wagner, Teegan Williams, Caleb Lauck, Bernie Strum and Assistant Coach Casey Dildine.

Warrenton boys volleyball feeling optimistic in inaugural season

The expectations have changed for the Warrenton boys volleyball team after its first couple weeks of practice. Led by Coach Jake Brown, the Warriors are aiming for a promising inaugural season. … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/20/25

Members of the Warrenton boys track and field program are front row, Bradley Tucker, Joseph Buechner, Isham Keeper, Kyle Lauck, Marcus Greene, Javon Jones, Joe Greene and Kadin Stroer. Back row, from left, Manager Callin Carter, Noah Cline, Drake Brandriff, Isias Hernandez, Jordan Lopez, Caellum Morris and Antwian Pierce.

Warrenton boys and girls track and field work with small rosters

The Warrenton boys and girls track and field teams will have small rosters this spring. The boys squad enters the season with just 15 athletes. They typically have 30-35 athletes on the roster. … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/20/25

Members of the Wright City girls track and field team are front row, from left, Sadie Sehnert, Alliana Schone, Bailey Love, Lydia Clubb, Lindsay Pettus and Josephine Grueneberg. Back row, from left, Ada Ferrell, Gretchen Stockmann, Jolee Lockhart, Rebekah Riggs, Madison Goodman and Zola Jones.

Wright City track and field team return promising athletes

The Wright City track and field teams are entering the new season with high expectations. The girls squad has three returning state qualifiers with Lydia Clubb, Lindsay Pettus and Ada Ferrell, … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/20/25

Members of the Wright City baseball team are front row, from left, Will Masters, Jakeb Orf, Duan McRoberts, Micah Boeckman, Drew Elsenrath, Easton Feise and Cameron Moyer. Middle row, from left, Christian Schutte, Kaveon Schulte, Christian Mohr, Logan Rose, Brayden Niemann, Bryce Chunn and Tate Mikus. Back row, from left, Kayden McCurdy, Leighton McDonald, Tyler Martin, Dylan Smith, Kolby Bass, Drake Romans, Carter Pierson and Carter Strunk.

Wright City baseball sets sights to conference championship

The Wright City baseball team is aiming high this season, driven by the leadership of four talented seniors: Drew Elsenrath, Jakeb Orf, Micah Boeckman and Duan McRoberts. With eyes set on both … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/20/25

Members of the Warrenton baseball team are front row, from left, Kale Lehmkuhl, Mason Thompson, Keegan Lehmkuhl, Austin Haas, Parker Barks, Riley McGee, Keaton Young and Nick Gibson. Back row, from left, Jake Kirkpatrick, Ric Standley, Carter Martin, Colin DiSilvester, Keegan Mellegaard and Charles Brake.

Warrenton baseball returns with a mix of old and new faces

The Warrenton baseball team is entering the season with a mix of experienced players and new faces, following the graduation of five key seniors. With six returning varsity players, Coach Eric Burle … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/20/25

Members of the Wright City girls soccer team are front row, from left, Ashley Luna-Martinez, Florencia Diego, Leslie Hernandez, Daysi Diego, Norma Diego, Daisy Hunter-Valencia, Trinity Caton-Hernandez and Callee Reimers. Second row, from left, Alison Thomas, Taylor Flotron, Malia Pryor, Claire Leary, Ada Ferrell, Addie Ward, Riley Rapa, Katarina Diego, Sandy Lopez-Luna, Rosy Birkemeier and Mackenzie Holloway. Third row, from left, Lilliana Weidemeier, Alexis Slayden, Anahi Hernandez, Mariela Ortiz, Selina Hirt, Marli Burkhardt, Paige Kirn, Brenda Hernandez and Juliana Lopez-Luna. Back row, from left, Helene Michel, Mia Litterst, Meadow Jones, Maura Juden, Paige Rees, Lillian Brown, Olivia Wilson, Audrina Graves, Zoey Jones and Lexcee Scurlock.

Wright City girls soccer enters final step of three-year plan

When Jake Wallace was hired as the Wright City girls soccer coach in 2022, he and the coaching staff set a clear three-year plan for the program. The first year focused on building a solid … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/20/25

Members of the Warrenton girls soccer team are front row, from left, Emory Martinez, Autumn Heard, Morgan Marschel, Katelyn Morris, Isabelle Morris and Lana Le. Middle row, from left, Emma Duncan, Alana Adams, Charlee Kersting and Taylor Duncan. Back row, from left, Raven Gaffney, Breeyn Young, Alyssa Adams, Kiera Daniel, Audrey Lombardo and Madeline Schoppenhorst.

Warrenton soccer hoping to be competitive this season

While a first touch and Cruyff are things that can easily be taught, the Warrenton girls soccer team has something that cannot always be taught – tenacity. “The culture of the … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/20/25

Members of the Warrenton boys golf team are front row, from left, Tyler Johnson, William Ohmes, Ethan Leavitt, Gavin Solari, Luke Bolm and Eli Peth. Back row, from left, Assistant Coach Mike Holt, Cooper Cornell, Chance Klasing, Nate Kutsch, John Poindexter, Gavin Thompson, Ty Cook, Noah Molina, Coach Aaron Jinkerson and Assistant Coach Brendan Schanuel.

Warrenton golf hoping to build off of last year's performance

The Warrenton boys golf team is entering the season with high expectations. With three varsity returners, the Warriors are hoping to build off of last year’s momentum. “We are … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/20/25

Members of the Wright City boys golf team are front row, from left, Coach Stephen McClain, Grant Stockmann, Andrew Hunn, AJ Simon, Mason Wendt, Tristan Bonnell, Sam Pohl, Dustyn Bailey and Parker Brown. Back row, from left, Landon Juden, AJ Wilber Jr., Aidan Taylor, Kye Schnarre, Johnathan Windmann, Brody Buttry and Jaden Bricker.

Wright City golf sees jump in numbers under new leadership

Stephen McClain has made an immediate impact in his first year as Wright City boys golf coach, increasing the numbers to 16 golfers. “I got the word out early and let them know it was more … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/20/25

Five Warriors extend football careers together at Missouri Valley College

After turning in a remarkable football season this past fall, five Warrenton players have not only decided to take their careers to the next level, but to play at the same school. As of Feb. 26, … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/19/25

The Liberty Christian boys and girls high school track and field team are front row, from left, Van Carlisle, Cole Nelsen, Zach Goddard, Reed Bauer, Asher Lyons and Danny Duncan. Back row, from left, Caroline Keller, Jaydon Helig, Cruz Meyer, Tommy Meyer, RJ Hoffman and Morgan Boenker.

Liberty Christian will focus on growth in inaugural season

The Liberty Christian boys and girls track and field team will be focusing on growth in its first season within the program. “I really want the kids to learn and enjoy what they’re … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/14/25

Coach Mark Thomas reflects on Warrenton boys basketball season

The Warrenton boys basketball team’s season ended with an 11-15 record after a 71-56 loss to North Point in a Class 5, District 4 quarterfinal game on March 5. “To get over 10 wins … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/14/25

Warrenton falls in district semifinals

The 2024-25 season for the Warrenton girls basketball team was one marked by growth and success, according to Coach Hannah Logan. Despite a rough start with a 1-8 record, the Warriors rallied and … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/14/25

The Liberty Christian girls soccer team are front row, from left, Zoey Goddard, Josie Schulte, Skylin Chowning, Elsie Kimmel, Adelyn Lyons, Laila Barron and Remington Hoffman. Back row, from left, Madison Scheer, Lauren Moss, Jubilee McGowan, Raelee Bruno, Allie Brazier, Bristol Barron, Emma Woodson, Team Manager Isiah Roach, Assistant Coach Matt Dildine. Not pictured, Trina Scheltens, Addie Scheltens and Assistant Coach Kim Meyer.

Liberty Christian girls soccer will look to win it all this season

After a late penalty kick decided their fate last season and left the Liberty Christian girls soccer team just one win shy of a state championship, their eagerness to claim the title is more palpable … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/13/25

Wright City girls basketball pleased with growth despite early districts exit

After the Wright City girls’ basketball team concluded its season with a 47-35 loss to Hallsville on March 4 in a Class 4, District 8 quarterfinal game at Mexico, Head Coach Dustin Elledge … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/13/25

Wright City seniors Duan McRoberts (left) and Mason Wendt were recently honored with two individual awards from the St. Louis Tom Lombardo Chapter through the National Football Foundation. Wendt was selected to the Big Red Top 25 Team, while McRoberts was named to the 2025 Elite-Eleven Team.

Two Wright City seniors receive prestigious football awards

After receiving an award from the National Football Foundation- St. Louis Tom Lombardo Chapter, the first question Mason Wendt could not help but ask was, ‘Did Duan (McRoberts) get one … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/13/25

Brown reflects on senior class after season-ending loss

After enduring a 73-52 season-ending loss to St. Charles West in the Class 4, District 7 opening game on March 3, Wright City coach Ken Brown reflected on the impact of his five senior players … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/12/25

Three Warriors earn state medals

The Warrenton boys wrestling team has had an exceptional season, capped by a strong performance at the Class 3 State Championships. From clinching the GAC North Conference title to securing the … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/7/25

Warrenton sophomore runs to hug her coach Michaela Brownlee after advancing to the Class 1 girls State Wrestling Championships on Feb. 27. Ruff is the first Warrior to become a state medalist in the girls program after placing second in the 120-class.

Alexis Ruff marches all the way to the Class 1 girls State Finals

Getting sick with strep throat the weekend before the Class 1 girls State Wrestling Championships proved to be a blessing in disguise for Alexis Ruff. While many would have seen this … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/6/25

Allison Vacek earns first career state medal

As Allison Vacek stood at the center of the mat during warm-ups inside Mizzou Arena, the enormity of the moment suddenly seemed to fade. Surrounded by hundreds of spectators, a line of photographers … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/6/25

Wright City junior Sadie Sehnert hugs coach Fred Ross after she received her fifth-place medal at the Class 1 girls State Wrestling Championships on Feb. 27. Sehnert earned her first career state medal.

Caelyn Hanff becomes first back-to-back state medalist; Sadie Sehnert earns first career medal

Wright City’s Sadie Sehnert and Caelyn Hanff returned home with some shiny hardware. After competing in the Class 1 girls State Wrestling Championships, the two juniors have medaled fifth and … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/6/25

Stroer finds new “home” at Concordia University Chicago

When it comes to football, Kadin Stroer is a name that resonates strongly within Warren County. The Warrenton linebacker and team captain ended his senior season leading his team to a … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/5/25

Five Wright City athletes extend their sporting careers into college

Every year, a select few high schoolers make the ultimate decision to extend their sporting careers into the college level. On Feb. 5, five Wildcats made that decision. While these five … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/5/25

Staying grounded will be key as Warriors enter postseason

As the Warrenton girls basketball team gears up for districts, five simple words will echo in their minds – “One game at a time.” “I’m putting that in their … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/5/25

Warriors hoping to make another district run

After reaching the district championship the year prior, the Warrenton boys basketball team is itching to get back to that spot. “Several of the returners were on that championship run last … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 3/4/25