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November 21, 2025

Lady Hornets Basketball Pre-Season Sports Show

The Chillicothe Lady Hornets basketball team reached 20 wins for the 4th consecutive season last year under Coach Darren Smith. The Lady Hornets are just two years removed from a Final Four appearance.  

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November 21, 2025

Chillicothe Hornets Basketball Pre-Season Sports Show

Coach Tim Cool is entering his 15th season as the Chillicothe Hornets boys basketball coach. The team has finished with a winning record 12 consecutive seasons including last year, at 15-11.    

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November 10, 2025

Thompson Makes History as First 4-Time State Medalist; Hornets Cap Season with Strong State Meet

The Chillicothe Hornets cross country team wrapped up a historic season at the Class 3 State Championships in Columbia, led by senior Luke Thompson, who became the first four-time state medalist in program history. Thompson finished 10th overall with a…

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November 7, 2025

Hornets Storm Back But Can’t Hold On At Richmond

The Chillicothe Hornets football team was on the road as the #3 seed in the Class 3 District 8 tournament semi-final against #2 Richmond. The first half featured strong defense on both sides. Richmond scored first on a 38 yard…

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November 3, 2025

Hornets Cross Country Qualifies for State

The Chillicothe Cross Country teams had a standout day at the Class 3 District meet Saturday in Platte City, as the boys team qualified for state and two Lady Hornets earned individual state berths. On the challenging Platte Ridge Park…

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November 3, 2025

Chillicothe Lady Hornets Softball Wins State Title with Spectacular Pitching Performance

The Chillicothe Lady Hornets softball team brought home the Class 3 State Championship with a 1-0 victory over Doniphan on Saturday. Pitcher Landry Marsh was out of this world striking out 13 batters and allowing just one hit in the…

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November 1, 2025

Hornets Hang On Against Lafayette to Open Districts

The Chillicothe Hornets football team dispatched of Lafayette 19-14 in the first round of the district playoffs on Friday night. It was a back and forth affair from Jerry Litton Memorial Stadium. Chillicothe struck first with a 61 yard touchdown…

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November 1, 2025

Fast Starts Leads Lady Hornets to State Title Game

The Chillicothe Lady Hornets softball team defeated Macon in the Class 3 Final Four from Springfield 9-3 Friday afternoon after a hot start from the plate. The Lady Hornets scored three runs in the first inning highlighted by an Ashlynn…

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October 30, 2025

Lady Hornets Heading to Springfield

The Chillicothe Lady Hornets softball team made their way down to Springfield for the Class 3 Softball Final Four this weekend. The Lady Hornets defeated Odessa 10-1 in the state quarterfinal to advance to their 3rd final four appearance in…

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October 29, 2025

Hornet Soccer Shuts Out LeBlond 4-0

The Chillicothe Hornet boys soccer team earned a strong 4-0 victory over Bishop LeBlond at home on Monday night, showcasing balanced play on both ends of the field. The Hornets’ scoring attack was led by Mason Walter, who netted two…