Sports
Football Season Kicks Off with Strong Start and High Expectations
The 2025 football season is off to a promising start, with 36 dedicated student-athletes committed to becoming the best players they can be.Over the summer, the team participated in a comprehensive training camp, which provided an excellent opportunity for the coaching staff to focus on fundamentals and set clear expectations for the season ahead.On August 22, the team took part in a preseason Jamboree, facing off against Mexico, Scotland, and Van-Far. The scrimmage served as a valuable assessment of the team's current strengths and highlighted areas for continued improvement.Looking ahead, the week one matchup against Valle Catholic will serve as a strong early test and an exciting opportunity to gauge the team's competitive level.
More Than a Fisherman: Derek Shuck Captures the Hidden Beauty of Mark Twain Lake
Derek Shuck isn’t just about fishing when he visits Mark Twain Lake. This local outdoor enthusiast has found a new way to connect with nature — by capturing vibrant photos of the songbirds that flock to the tree stumps scattered around the lake.
Summer Ball Season Underway at Lions Club Field
Summer Ball Season Underway at Lions Club Field
Legend Behind the Legacy
The Legend Behind the Legacy: Former Monroe City Coach Charley Welker Honored for Lifelong Commitment to Missouri Athletics MONROE CITY - When thinking of Monroe City's numerous championships and titles, you can't help but think of Charley Welker. The former Monroe City coach, mentor, and sports official, whose contributions to interscholastic sports throughout the state span over five decades, was recognized last weekend during the Missouri State Track and Field Championships.
Bringing Home Hardware
Bringing Home Hardware: Monroe City Track and Field Athletes Shine at the Missouri State Championships Monroe City, MO – Monroe City's track and field team proudly represented Title Town at the Missouri State Class 2 Track and Field Championships, bringing home top finishes and showcasing their hardwork and determination for success. Leading the team was sophomore Wyatt DeGrave, who earned an impressive 2nd place in the boys high jump, narrowly missing the top podium spot and solidifying his position as one of the premier high jumpers in the state.
Cole Hays takes 56th in state golf
History was made as Cole Hays stepped onto the course to represent Monroe City in the Class 2 State Golf Tournament, marking a major milestone in an already impressive season.
State Bound: Monroe City Track and Field Athletes Headed to the 2025 MSHSAA Championships
State Bound: Monroe City Track and Field Athletes Headed to the 2025 MSHSAA Championships Monroe City is headed to State! After a season filled with grit, perseverance and countless hours of training, several standout Monroe City High School track and field athletes have earned their place at the 2025 MSHSAA State Championships. These competitors have pushed themselves to the limit, and now they’ll represent the Panthers on Missouri’s biggest stage.
Paris Freshman Breaks 26-Year-Old 100-Meter Record
Paris Freshman Mia Kendrick Breaks Two Sprint Records, Lowers Her Own 200-Meter Mark
