Which Missouri high school athlete had the best week?
Each week, SBLive scours the state for the top fall sports performers, from football to cross country to volleyball from all contests in the week of Sept. 30 to Oct. 5
Scroll down, read up on the nominees and cast your vote for your winner. Voting closes Sunday, Oct. 13 at 11:59 p.m. Central time. Email all future nominees to andy@scorebooklive.com.
Editor’s Note: Our Athlete of the Week feature and corresponding poll are intended to be fun, and we do not set limits on how many times a fan can vote during the competition. However, we do not allow votes that are generated by script, macro or other automated means. Athletes who receive votes generated by script, macro or other automated means will be disqualified.
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MISSOURI ATHLETE OF THE WEEK NOMINEES
Ashton Bell, Fair Grove volleyball
In a 3-set sweep over Clever on Thursday, the senior recorded her 1,000th career dig for the Lady Eagles.
Jaylynn Brown, Centralia softball
She struck out 11 in four innings against South Shelby, fanned 18 in a 13-0 win over Clark County and then struck out 16 in a win against Hallsville in the title game of the Centralia Tournament on Saturday.
Jenna Cochran, Pattonville volleyball
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The junior had 56 digs in three wins for the Pirates this past week and surpassed the 1,000 mark in her career.
Nick DeVoss, St. Michael the Archangel boys soccer
The senior had 5 goals in a 7-0 win over Grain Valley on Oct. 2. The Guardians improved to 11-0 win the victory.
Kendyl Dolan, Marshfield softball
The right-hander tossed a complete-game shutout in a 4-0 win over Carl Junction on Thursday. The sophomore struck out 12 and gave up only 1 hit in the team’s eighth win in a row.
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Ellsie Estes, Ozark girls cross country
Running at the Riann Lubinksi Invitational in Nixa, the junior picked up a win for the Lady Tigers in the Class 4-5 race with an 18:56.55. The win was the first of the year for the all-state runner.
Ashley Hilton, Hillsboro softball
The left-handed hurler struck out 14 and tossed a 1-hitter in a 10-0 win over Jefferson (Festus) on Sept. 30.
Makenna Kincheloe, Park Hill girls golf
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For the second year in a row, the Trojans’ standout golfer won the Liberty North Invitational. She won by a shot at Winterstone Golf Course on Monday.
Uchan Kohring, Rockhurst boys soccer
The senior had a hat trick in an 8-0 win against Kansas City Christian on Tuesday, moving the Hawklets to 9-1 on the year.
Avery McLaughlin, Visitation Academy girls golf
The senior fired a 4-under 67 to take first place at the Angel Classic Tournament on Oct. 1 in St. Louis.
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Elliot Mercer, Albany football
In 8-man action, the sophomore had a monster night in his team’s 96-46 win over Princeton. Mercer had 18 carries for 276 yards and 6 touchdowns.
Majie Muller, Father Tolton Catholic girls tennis
The freshman picked up wins in both singles and doubles — with Carly Meyer — to help the Trailblazers beat Boonville, 8-1, on Monday.
Jaela Nickerson, Jefferson City softball
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The junior hit a three-run inside-the-park home run in an 8-1 win over Union on Monday.
Paxtyn Piper, Willard softball
In a 5-4 conference win over Webb City on Oct. 1, the sophomore delivered the game-winning home run.
Hayden Potts, Lee’s Summit North softball
The sophomore drove in 6 runs and hit two home runs, including a 3-run walk-off blast, to lift the Broncos to an 8-6 win over Lee’s Summit on Thursday.
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Jalea Price, Maryville volleyball
The senior libero surpassed the 1,000 career dig marks in a Midland Empire Conference game on Oct. 3 against Savannah.
Ryder Ross, Strafford football
The senior running back scored three times to help the Indians throttle Hollister, 56-18.
TJ Shanks, Staley football
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The 6-foot-3 senior completed 14 of 21 passes for 312 yards and 4 touchdowns in a loss against Liberty North.
Graham Stevener, Kirkwood boys cross country
The senior won his fourth race of the year by running 16:12.38 at the Parkway West/Dale Shepherd Invitational on Saturday.
Addie Swann, Ray-Pec girls golf
The sophomore shot 70 to take home first place at the Joplin Lady Eagle Invitational on Monday. She helped the Panthers take first place in the team standings as well.
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Abigail Tague, Lebanon girls cross country
The junior repeated as the champion of the Laker Invitational on Oct. 4 at Ha Ha Tonka State Park in Camdenton. Tague ran 19:54.53 to pick up her first win of the season for the Yellowjackets.
Jordan Taylor, SLUH football
The junior running back had 25 carries for 184 yards and scored all of the Jr. Bills’ touchdowns in a 21-20 win over Vianney.
Caden Throneberry, Marquette football
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The Missouri baseball commit tossed a game-winning touchdown with 56 seconds left to help the Mustangs beat Hazelwood East, 24-17, on Thursday.
Ka’Von Tiger, Moberly football
The junior ran for 195 yards on 7 carries and scored four times in a 42-8 win over Marshall.
Payton Weimer, Macon softball
She tossed a no-hitter in a 6-0 win over Westran on Monday and later in the week, struck out 12 in a 4-3 win over Chillicothe to snap the Hornets’ 12-game winning streak.
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Kobe Westphal, Warrensburg football
The Tigers quarterback helped lead his squad to a 50-42 win over Odessa on Friday, the first win in the series since 2011. He ran for 357 yards and 4 touchdowns, while also throwing a touchdown.
Lucy Wright, Liberty North girls cross country
The freshman ran a personal best 18:26.10 to take second place at the KC Cross Country Classic on Saturday, breaking a school record in the process.
Audri Youngblood, Monroe City softball
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She senior hit a grand slam and drove in 6 runs in a. 9-7 win over Canton on Saturday. She has broken the school record for runs scored with 42 — now owning six single season or career records.
Two people were seriously injured in a crash Wednesday morning in Cole County on Route B, south of Spring Ridge Road, near St. Thomas, according to a crash report from the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
Around 11:50 a.m., a 2020 Honda CRV SUV driven by a 67-year-old woman from Meta attempted to turn southbound onto Route B and traveled into the path of 2018 Freightliner Cascadia semitruck driven by a 71-year-old-man, according to the crash report.
The driver of the Honda and the passenger, a 66-year-old-man from Meta, were not wearing seat belts and were airlifted to University Hospital in Columbia, according to the crash report. Both sustained serious injuries, according to the report.
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The driver of the semitruck was not injured, according to the crash report.
As summer recreation ramps up across Missouri, safety officials are reminding residents that water safety begins long before anyone steps into a lake or river. Understanding the risks of water activities, knowing personal limits, and making responsible choices are the foundation of preventing tragedies on the water.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol and other safety agencies emphasize that natural waterways can present hidden hazards, including strong currents, sudden drop‑offs, and floating debris. Swimmers are urged to stay aware of their surroundings, use life jackets when appropriate, and avoid swimming alone.
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Officials say simple precautions—such as recognizing fatigue, monitoring weather conditions, and watching out for others in your group—can make the difference between a fun day on the water and a dangerous situation. As families head outdoors, authorities encourage everyone to treat water safety as a shared responsibility.
The Missouri Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at June 2, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Mega Millions numbers from June 2 drawing
15-26-43-48-60, Mega Ball: 12
Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here.
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Winning Pick 3 numbers from June 2 drawing
Midday: 6-2-1
Midday Wild: 4
Evening: 0-2-0
Evening Wild: 2
Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
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Winning Pick 4 numbers from June 2 drawing
Midday: 4-9-6-4
Midday Wild: 5
Evening: 1-3-6-4
Evening Wild: 9
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
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Winning Cash Pop numbers from June 2 drawing
Early Bird: 13
Morning: 04
Matinee: 04
Prime Time: 08
Night Owl: 12
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Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Show Me Cash numbers from June 2 drawing
01-10-15-19-31
Check Show Me Cash payouts and previous drawings here.
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
All Missouri Lottery retailers can redeem prizes up to $600. For prizes over $600, winners have the option to submit their claim by mail or in person at one of Missouri Lottery’s regional offices, by appointment only.
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To claim by mail, complete a Missouri Lottery winner claim form, sign your winning ticket, and include a copy of your government-issued photo ID along with a completed IRS Form W-9. Ensure your name, address, telephone number and signature are on the back of your ticket. Claims should be mailed to:
Ticket Redemption
Missouri Lottery
P.O. Box 7777
Jefferson City, MO 65102-7777
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For in-person claims, visit the Missouri Lottery Headquarters in Jefferson City or one of the regional offices in Kansas City, Springfield or St. Louis. Be sure to call ahead to verify hours and check if an appointment is required.
For additional instructions or to download the claim form, visit the Missouri Lottery prize claim page.
When are the Missouri Lottery drawings held?
Powerball: 9:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 10 p.m. Tuesday and Friday.
Pick 3: 12:45 p.m. (Midday) and 8:59 p.m. (Evening) daily.
Pick 4: 12:45 p.m. (Midday) and 8:59 p.m. (Evening) daily.
Powerball Double Play: 9:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
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