Missouri State’s Tulio Da Silva (30) dunks against Indiana State at the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament, Friday, March 6, 2020, at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis.Washington’s Mason Kauffeld swims the 200-yard IM at the St. Peters Rec-Plex in St. Peters, Mo., on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2020. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comArkasnas’ Ronnie Wingo Jr. (20) runs the ball defended by Missouri State’s Sybhrian Berry (25) at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville, Ark., on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2011. Mascoutah celebrates defeating Triad for the Mississippi Valley Conference Bowl Championship, Saturday, April 24, 2021, at Mascoutah High School in Mascoutah, Ill. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comFrancis Howell’s Max Cottle swims the 500-yard freestyle at the St. Peters Rec-Plex in St. Peters, Mo., on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2020. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comKickapoo receiver Mason Pack (15) intercepts a pass intended for CBC wide receiver Kamryn Babb (5) during the first half at CBC High School in Town and Country, Mo., on Nov. 13, 2015. Michael Gulledge/For the News-LeaderCor Jesu celebrates winning the 400-yard freestyle relay during the Class 1 state girls swimming championship at the St. Peters Rec-Plex in St. Peters, Mo., on Saturday, Feb. 20, 2021. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comWashington’s Todd Bieg (33) reacts to losing to Troy in the Class 6 state sectionals, Tuesday, March 9, 2021, at Troy Buchanan High School in Troy, Mo. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comMissouri State’s Demarcus Sharp (0) reacts to losing to Drake during the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament, Saturday, March 6, 2021, at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis.Fort Zumwalt West’s Cooper Robertson (5) catches a fly ball during a Class 6 state quarterfinal game, Saturday, May 29, 2021, at Francis Howell High School near Weldon Spring, Mo. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comFox’s Chase Maxey (9) carries the ball against Timberland at Timberland High School in Wentzville, Mo., on Aug. 28, 2020. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comThe sun sets over the Soby Field, Friday, Sept. 13, 2019, at Holt High School in Wentzville, Mo. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comMissouri State’s Isiaih Mosley (11) puts up a shot against Indiana State at the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament, Friday, March 6, 2020, at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis.St. Dominic’s Ashley Martinez (22) and Francis Howell’s Zoe Houston (22) go for the ball during a Class 4 state quarterfinal match, Saturday, May 29, 2021, at Francis Howell High School near Weldon Spring, Mo. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comVilla Duchesne’s Elizabeth Barlow competes in a state semifinal singles match at Cooper Tennis Complex in Springfield, Mo., on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2020. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comFort Zumwalt East’s Evie Kolb swims the 500-yard freestyle at the St. Peters Rec-Plex in St. Peters, Mo., on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comEast St. Louis’ Kuron Parchmon (4) carries the ball against Edwardsville, Friday, April 2, 2021, at Edwardsville High School in Edwardsville, Ill. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comMissouri State’s Isiaih Mosley (11) moves the ball against Valparaiso at the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament, Saturday, March 7, 2020, at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis.Kirkwood’s Nora Lee Brown swims the 500-yard freestyle at Kirkwood High School in Kirkwood, Mo., on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comSwimmers compete in a dance off during the Parkway South Invitational in Ballwin, Mo., on Jan. 16, 2016. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comNormandy’s Joseph Washington (1) carries the ball against Lutheran at Lutheran High School St. Charles in St. Peters, Mo., on Oct. 21, 2016. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comTimberland’s Izzy Ackley celebrates winning the 100-yard backstroke at the St. Peters Rec-Plex in St. Peters, Mo., on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comFt. Zumwalt East’s Ben Watson (2) carries the ball against Ft. Zumwalt South at Ft. Zumwalt East High School in St. Peters, Mo., on Sept. 16, 2016. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comSLUH’s Grant Schenk (5) moves the ball under pressure from MICDS during the Missouri lacrosse championship at Lindenwood University in St. Charles, Mo., on May 28, 2016. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comChaminade’s Jayson Tatum (22) puts up a shot over CBC during the first half at Lindenwood University in St. Charles, Mo., on Feb. 13, 2016. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comFrancis Howell’s Alex Pipes (2) enters the field before a game against Troy at Francis Howell High School in Weldon Spring, Mo., on Sept. 25, 2020. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comFrancis Howell’s Bryce Kazmaier competes in javelin throw at Holt High School on Saturday, April 3, 2021, in Wentzville, Mo. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comParkway West’s Molly Glisson dives during the Class 1 girls state diving championship at the St. Peters Rec-Plex in St. Peters, Mo., on Saturday, Feb. 20, 2021. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comWilliam Woods quarterback Gabe Serri (16) looks to pass during an NAIA college football game against St. Ambrose, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, in Fulton, Mo. The game was the inaugural home game for the first-year William Woods football team.Triad’s Sam Yager (26) carries the ball against Mascoutah during the Mississippi Valley Conference Bowl Championship, Saturday, April 24, 2021, at Mascoutah High School in Mascoutah, Ill. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comMissouri State’s Isiaih Mosley (11) puts up a shot against Indiana State at the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament, Friday, March 6, 2020, at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis.Francis Howell’s Reid Weber (11) and Gus Hetzel (4) celebrate at Francis Howell High School in Weldon Spring, Mo., on Friday, Oct. 23, 2020. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comFrancis Howell North’s Devon Grapenthin (30) pitches during a game against CBC at Holt High School in Wentzville, Mo., on Saturday, March 20, 2021. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comHolt’s Sophie Meek swims the 100-yard freestyle at the St. Peters Rec-Plex in St. Peters, Mo., on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comMissouri State head coach Dana Ford directs his players against Valparaiso at the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament, Saturday, March 7, 2020, at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis.St. Dominic’s Will Nicholson (1) and Drew Nicholson (11) celebrate defeating De Smet at St. Dominic High School in O’Fallon, Mo., on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comHolt’s Zakhi Johnson (2) carries the ball against Fort Zumwalt South at Holt High School in Wentzville, Mo., on Sept. 11, 2020. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comduring a jamboree scrimmage, Saturday, Aug. 21, 2021, at St. Joseph’s Academy in Frontenac, Mo. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comFort Zumwalt West celebrates defeating Holt for the Class 6 District 4 baseball championship, Friday, May 21, 2021, at Troy Buchanan High School in Troy, Mo. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comFreeburg’s Tucker Murphy (43) carries the ball defended by Carterville’s Nolan Hartford (5) in the second round of the playoffs, Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, at Freeburg Community High School in Freeburg, Ill. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.comRitenour senior twirler Maggie Bannester performs during halftime, Friday, Oct. 25, 2024, at Ritenour High School in Breckenridge Hills. Michael Gulledge, Special to the Post-DispatchMissouri State guard Vincent Brady II puts up a shot defended by Tulsa guard Tyshawn Archie, Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, at Great Southern Bank Arena in Springfield.Festus’ Antonio Pinkston (42) makes a snow angel after defeating Warrenton to win a Class 4 state semifinal football game and continue on to the state championship game, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Warrenton High School in Warrenton. Michael Gulledge, Special to the Post-DispatchWarrenton’s Austin Haas (7) carries the ball pursued by Festus’ Kamden Yates (3) and Mason Schirmer (34) during a Class 4 state semifinal football game between Festus and Warrenton, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Warrenton High School in Warrenton. Michael Gulledge, Special to the Post-DispatchSt. Louis Battlehawks running back Jacob Saylors carries the ball during a game against the Birmingham Stallions, Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis.An official conducts the coin toss before a football game between Liberty and Fort Zumwalt North, Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Fort Zumwalt North High School in O’Fallon, Mo. Michael Gulledge, Special to the Post-DispatchWarrenton’s Austin Haas (7) carries the ball during a Class 4 state semifinal football game between Festus and Warrenton, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Warrenton High School in Warrenton. Michael Gulledge, Special to the Post-DispatchWarrenton’s Chance Klasing (60) plays a drum after defeating Orchard Farm for the GAC North title, Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at Warrenton High School in Warrenton. Michael Gulledge, Special to the Post-DispatchIndiana State fans cheer before a Missouri Valley Conference Tournament game between Missouri State and Indiana State, Friday, March 8, 2024, at Enterprise Center in St. Louis.William Woods wide receiver Troy Oliver (13) carries the ball defended by St. Ambrose defensive back Jake Strater (33) during an NAIA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, in Fulton, Mo. The game was the inaugural home game for the first-year William Woods football team.Parkway South’s Lexi Cook swims the 100-yard backstroke during the Suburban Yellow conference girls swimming championships, Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024, at Lafayette High School in Wildwood. Michael Gulledge, Special to the Post-DispatchFinalists are introduced during the 6th annual Wonder Women Girls Wrestling Tournament, Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025, at Battle High School in Columbia, Mo. Michael Gulledge, Special to the Post-DispatchSt. Louis City SC forward Klauss celebrates a goal against the Columbus Crew, Sunday, April 13, 2025, at Energizer Park in St. Louis. City lost, 2-1.MICDS’ Noah Menneke (3) hands off the ball during a game against Lift for Life, Friday, Aug. 29, 2025, at Mary Institute and Saint Louis Country Day School in Ladue.Birmingham Stallions wide receiver Davion Davis carries the ball during a game against the St. Louis Battlehawks, Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis.MICDS’ Justin Bishop (28) carries the ball while being pursued by Lift for Life’s Rashad Cross (34), Friday, Aug. 29, 2025, at Mary Institute and Saint Louis Country Day School in Ladue.St. Louis City SC midfielder Mykhi Joyner and Nashville SC defender Andy Najar move for the ball over Nashville SC defender Jeisson Palacios during a game, Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025, at Energizer Park in St. Louis.St. Louis City SC forward Simon Becher takes a shot defended by Nashville SC defender Jeisson Palacios, Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025, at Energizer Park in St. Louis.Incarnate Word’s Abbie Sextro (35) holds the championship trophy following a Class 6 state championship girls basketball game between Kickapoo and Incarnate Word, Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Mo.MICDS’ Adrian Craig (4) celebrates an interception during a game against Lift for Life, Friday, Aug. 29, 2025, at Mary Institute and Saint Louis Country Day School in Ladue.St. Louis City SC defender Akil Watts and Nashville SC defender Jeisson Palacios move for the ball during a match, Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025, at Energizer Park in St. Louis.Roxana’s Chloe Skiles wrestles Liberty’s Sandy Breeden in the 105-pound final during the 6th annual Wonder Women Girls Wrestling Tournament, Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025, at Battle High School in Columbia, Mo. Michael Gulledge, Special to the Post-DispatchLift for Life’s Phoenix Isaiah (4) passes during a game against MICDS, Friday, Aug. 29, 2025, at Mary Institute and Saint Louis Country Day School in Ladue.Centralia’s Ava Ward wrestles Menasha’s Lilliana Banks in the 135-pound final during the 6th annual Wonder Women Girls Wrestling Tournament, Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025, at Battle High School in Columbia, Mo. Michael Gulledge, Special to the Post-DispatchThe coin toss is conducted before a football game between Orchard Farm and Warrenton, Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at Warrenton High School in Warrenton. Michael Gulledge, Special to the Post-DispatchCardinal Ritter’s Antwon McKay (10) holds the state championship trophy after winning the Class 5 state championship game against Republic, Friday, Dec. 1, 2023, at Memorial Stadium in Columbia, Mo. Michael Gulledge, Special to the Post-DispatchScenes from the an opening round game of the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament between Missouri State and Illinois State, Thursday, March 6, 2025, at Enterprise Center in St. Louis.St. Louis City SC forward Klauss celebrates a goal during a match against Nashville SC, Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025, at Energizer Park in St. Louis.St. Louis City SC supporter Melo Guzel leads chants before a match against the Columbus Crew, Sunday, April 13, 2025, at Energizer Park in St. Louis. City lost, 2-1.Warrenton’s Chance Klasing (60) plays a drum after defeating Orchard Farm for the GAC North title, Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at Warrenton High School in Warrenton. Michael Gulledge, Special to the Post-DispatchNerinx Hall’s Caroline Ritter (0) holds the state championship trophy after defeating Eureka for the Class 4 state championship at Soccer Park, Saturday, June 1, 2024, in Fenton. Michael Gulledge, Special to the Post-DispatchRitenour senior twirler Maggie Bannester performs during halftime, Friday, Oct. 25, 2024, at Ritenour High School in Breckenridge Hills. Michael Gulledge, Special to the Post-DispatchIndiana State fans cheer before a Missouri Valley Conference Tournament game between Missouri State and Indiana State, Friday, March 8, 2024, at Enterprise Center in St. Louis.MICDS’ Noah Menneke (3) hands off the ball during a game against Lift for Life, Friday, Aug. 29, 2025, at Mary Institute and Saint Louis Country Day School in Ladue.Missouri State guard Vincent Brady II puts up a shot defended by Tulsa guard Tyshawn Archie, Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, at Great Southern Bank Arena in Springfield.William Woods wide receiver Troy Oliver (13) carries the ball defended by St. Ambrose defensive back Jake Strater (33) during an NAIA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, in Fulton, Mo. The game was the inaugural home game for the first-year William Woods football team.St. Louis City SC forward Simon Becher takes a shot defended by Nashville SC defender Jeisson Palacios, Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025, at Energizer Park in St. Louis.St. Louis City SC defender Akil Watts and Nashville SC defender Jeisson Palacios move for the ball during a match, Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025, at Energizer Park in St. Louis.Missouri State sophomore N.J. Benson (35) dunks during a Missouri Valley Conference Tournament game between Missouri State and Indiana State, Friday, March 8, 2024, at Enterprise Center in St. Louis.St. Louis City SC midfielder Mykhi Joyner and Nashville SC defender Andy Najar move for the ball over Nashville SC defender Jeisson Palacios during a game, Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025, at Energizer Park in St. Louis.
