Around The Ozarks Sports Scene

With Father’s Day right around the corner, we’re tackling a relatable topic: how to be a better sports dad. To help us navigate the fine line between supportive and overbearing, we’re sitting down with our favorite sports psychology expert, Angie Wiley. The founder of YouAreStrong.com shares essential advice on keeping sports fun for our kids while protecting the parent-child relationship. Plus, Angie previews the upcoming Chuck Wiley Memorial Foundation youth baseball tournament happening July 10–12—a massive event hosting over 100 teams to raise funds that help local kids cover their sports expenses! ⚾️❤️     Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales!      

For 37 years, Dan Lucy was the steady, trusted voice of Ozarks sports on KOLR 10. While his recent departure without an on-air goodbye left thousands of local sports fans frustrated, anyone who knows Dan knows he has never been about the personal fanfare. For nearly four decades, his focus remained strictly on giving area athletes and teams the spotlight they deserved. Today, the consummate professional himself joins the podcast to talk about his legendary career, the reality of his departure, and what the future holds next.     Thanks to our sponsors, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales!      

What a year to be a Bear! 🐻 From unforgettable moments on the gridiron to thrilling runs on the hardwood and the diamond, the 2025–2026 school year was a massive success for MSU Athletics. Joining us to look back at it all is the Voice of the Bears himself, Corey Riggs. As Missouri State's Director of Broadcasting and play-by-play announcer, Corey breaks down the biggest highlights from football, men's and women's basketball, and baseball in a true banner year for Springfield sports. Thanks to our sponsors Thompson Sales, Colton's Steakhouse, and Dead Eye Gun & Pawn in Sparta!

No one knows Missouri State baseball quite like Keith Guttin. The legend spent 42 years leading the Bears, and now he’s bringing that unmatched wisdom to the airwaves as a radio analyst. Today, Coach Guttin breaks down the team's postseason resume and looks ahead to this weekend's critical NCAA Regional trip to Lawrence, Kansas.     Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales!      

Joining us today is former Kickapoo standout and Nebraska football legend Steve Warren. Ahead of his induction into the Springfield Area Sports Hall of Fame, Steve sits down to share stories from his football career and reflect on the big milestone. We also get the inside scoop on his son's future as a quarterback for Mizzou, making this a true celebration of local sports history and family legacy. Thanks to our sponsors Thompson Sales, Colton's Steakhouse, and Dead Eye Gun & Pawn in Sparta!

Joining us for a deep dive into athlete health is Dr. Heath Melugin, an Orthopedic Surgeon at CoxHealth. As a former standout for Kickapoo High School and Missouri State soccer, Dr. Melugin brings a unique player-to-provider perspective to our latest Q&A. We cover the essentials of youth sports safety, from injury prevention and smart weight training to the cutting-edge equipment changing the game today. Thanks to our sponsors Thompson Sales, Colton's Steakhouse, and Dead Eye Gun & Pawn in Sparta!

After 19 seasons and a hall-of-fame-worthy resume, Scott McGee is savoring his final run in the Willard dugout. With two state titles and six Final Four appearances already under his belt, Coach McGee is doing exactly what he’s always done: putting his Tigers in position for another championship. We’re sitting down with him to discuss his final season at the helm, his retirement from coaching, and what’s next as he moves into a new administrative role.     Thanks to our sponsors,, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales!       

You've seen her at just about every key sporting event in the Ozarks, lugging around that camera with a smile. Now meet one of the key sports reporters for the Ozarks Sports Zone and KY3 as we get to know Danielle, including her thoughts on a variety of sports and journalism topics.     Thanks to our sponsors, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales!      

Twenty years ago, Drury University launched its baseball program, and they didn’t just participate... they made history. Today, we’re joined by two stars from that inaugural 2007 squad, Tony Lewis and Harrison Waters. We’re looking back at the "start-up" team that defied the odds, capturing a GLVC Tournament title and punching a ticket to the NCAA Tournament. Join us for a trip down memory lane as we revisit one of the most remarkable stories in local sports history.     Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales!      

Joining us for a deep dive into athlete health is Dr. Heath Melugin, an Orthopedic Surgeon at CoxHealth. As a former standout for Kickapoo High School and Missouri State soccer, Dr. Melugin brings a unique player-to-provider perspective to our latest Q&A. We cover the essentials of youth sports safety, from injury prevention and smart weight training to the cutting-edge equipment changing the game today. Thanks to our sponsors Thompson Sales, Colton's Steakhouse, and Dead Eye Gun & Pawn in Sparta!

Spring sports are in full swing! ⚾️ When it comes to Ozarks high school athletics, nobody knows the players and the programs better than Chris Parker of Ozarks Sports Zone. We’re picking his brain on the top names to watch this season. Whether you’re following baseball, softball, boys golf, tennis, or track and field, Chris has the insider scoop you need.      Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales!      

Golf legend Rick Grayson joins us to cover the full spectrum of the game—from local history to the global stage. We’re diving into this weekend’s Ozarks Golf Hall of Fame induction, the latest trends in instruction, and stories of icons like Tiger Woods and the late Payne Stewart. Plus, with the Masters just a week away, Rick shares his expert outlook. This June, Rick celebrates 50 years of teaching golf in the Ozarks, and there is truly no better ambassador for the game!   Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales!       

Sisters, leaders, and now State Champions. Elsie and Kinley Larsen joined forces to lead the Strafford Lady Indians to a Class 4 State title last weekend in Columbia. Playing under the guidance of their father, Coach Dustin Larsen, the sisters authored a remarkable story of grit and resilience. Tune in as we dive into their incredible championship run.     Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales!    

Marshfield’s Lady Jays are chasing another championship, and the woman leading the charge knows the program as well as anyone. Trish Marsh joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to talk about returning to her alma mater, guiding a team that has sat atop the state rankings all season, and pursuing a state title with one of the Ozarks’ most tradition-rich programs. Host Scott Puryear also looks back at Marsh’s playing days in the 1980s, when she helped build the very tradition she now carries forward from the sideline.     Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales!      

Missouri State junior Curry Sutherland is off to a strong start at the plate, and the former Logan-Rogersville standout joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to talk about his breakthrough season. Host Scott Puryear visits with Curry about the adjustments that have helped him take a big step forward, what it means to be leading the Bears in hitting early on, and how he plans to keep the momentum going as the season unfolds.     Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales!       

All things Mizzou are on the table as Eli Hoff, beat writer for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene. Host Scott Puryear catches up with Eli to break down the outlook for Tigers men’s and women’s basketball, the state of the baseball program, and a full evaluation of Mizzou Football coming out of transfer portal season. It’s an in-depth look at where the Tigers stand now and what fans can expect next.     Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales!     

Drury is heating up at just the right time. Third-year head coach Kaci Bailey joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene as her Lady Panthers ride a nine-game win streak and make another push for a GLVC Championship. Host Scott Puryear gets to know the leader of one of the nation’s perennial Division II powers, diving into her coaching philosophy, the culture driving this year’s surge, and what it will take to keep Drury among the elite.     Thanks to our sponsors, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales!     

Kickapoo is rolling, and head coach Leslie Hanchey joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to talk about her unbeaten 19–0 Lady Chiefs and their No. 2 state ranking. Now in her third season and off to a remarkable 77–6 start to her coaching career, Hanchey reflects on her lifelong connection to Kickapoo, the culture fueling this year’s success, and what the future holds for one of the Ozarks’ premier programs.    Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales!     

Logan-Rogersville has been turning heads all season, and three of the Wildcats driving that success join Around the Ozarks Sports Scene. Host Scott Puryear sits down with Chase Branham, Sutton Shook, and Marcus Moore to talk about what’s fueling one of the Ozarks’ most impressive basketball runs, highlighted by dominant wins of 40, 30, and 40 points on the way to the Nixa Invitational title. From team chemistry to confidence on the court, the trio explains what makes this Wildcats squad so tough to beat.    Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales!     

Is college football broken, or finally becoming what it was meant to be? George Schroeder, former national college football writer for USA TODAY and current co-host of the Gridiron & The Gospel podcast, joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to wrestle with the sport’s biggest questions. Host Scott Puryear talks with Schroeder about the current state of the game, the rapid changes reshaping college football, and what Indiana’s stunning rise from the depths to an NCAA championship says about parity, opportunity, and the future of the sport.   Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales!     

Missouri State football is entering a new era, and junior standouts Caden Wiest and Ramone Green Jr. are at the heart of it. The former Reeds Spring and Nixa stars join Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to talk with host Scott Puryear about the Bears’ historic 2025 season, their first at the FBS level and in Conference USA, highlighted by a trip to the Xbox Bowl. They also share insight on the transition from Coach Ryan Beard to new head coach Casey Woods and what the future looks like for Bears football. ​​​​​​​  Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales!  

The questions are piling up in Chiefs Kingdom, and Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to tackle them head-on with host Scott Puryear. From roster needs and offseason moves to bigger-picture fixes, Matt breaks down what the Kansas City Chiefs must do in the coming months to get back to their dominant, championship-level form.   Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales!  

The countdown is on for one of the premier high school basketball events in the country. Around the Ozarks Sports Scene host Scott Puryear visits with Josh Scott, director of the Bass Pro Tournament of Champions, to preview next week’s 41st annual showcase at Great Southern Bank Arena—an event loaded with elite talent. Plus, get to know Jonathan Lorence, owner of new sponsor Deadeye Gun in Sparta, as he joins the show to talk about his business and connection to the Ozarks.  Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales!  

It’s roundtable time on Around the Ozarks Sports Scene! Host Scott Puryear is joined by the O-Zone’s Chris Parker, KY3’s Sully Engels, and KOLR10’s Chris Pinson for a lively discussion on the hottest sports topics in the region. The crew debates Missouri State’s coaching shakeup and who could take the helm after Coach Ryan Beard, questions whether the Chiefs’ dynasty days are over, and sizes up early high school basketball title contenders across the Ozarks. Plus, Miles Thompson, president of sponsor Thompson Sales, stops by with an update on what’s new at the dealership. Thanks to our sponsors Thompson Sales, Colton's Steakhouse, and Dead Eye Gun & Pawn in Sparta!

Adam McKnight, Nixa High School’s three-sport standout, joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to talk about leading the Eagles to a second straight Class 6 state runner-up finish as quarterback. The 6’4”, 208-pound junior breaks down what’s ahead for basketball and baseball season, how he balances it all, and what the future looks like as college recruiters start to take notice.      Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales!  

Trevor Crist & Kirk Elmquist, Mo State Football Players Association talk about the behind-the-scenes work of an organization that is helping keep a red-hot, Bowl-Bound Missouri State Bears football program competitive in this new world of NIL and the transfer portal.      Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House and Thompson Sales!  

Nyla Milleson, Drury Director of Athletics, discusses the efforts of the Panthers Fall sports teams, previews the basketball season and special home dates and more!      Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House and Thompson Sales!  

Dena Hildebrand, Director of the tremendous "Voice Unbroken" documentary on the comeback of Art Hains, and Michele Boswell, founder of the "My Mom Calls It Soccer" podcast join us to talk about their projects!     Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House and Thompson Sales!  

It’s fall championship season across the Ozarks! Host Scott Puryear welcomes Chris Parker of KY3 Ozarks Sports Zone to Around the Ozarks Sports Scene for a complete rundown of the fall high school sports action. From volleyball to Friday night football showdowns, plus soccer and more, Chris breaks down which local teams and athletes are making headlines and chasing titles. It’s your all-in-one guide to the biggest moments of the Ozarks fall sports season.     Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House and Thompson Sales!  

It’s a special doubleheader on Around the Ozarks Sports Scene! Host Scott Puryear first chats with Glendale golf phenom Page Bowman, fresh off her third consecutive state individual title. Then, baseball legend and STL Cardinals Hall of Famer Willie McGee joins the show to reflect on his storied career and share the heartfelt message he’s bringing to kids at next week’s Boys & Girls Club fundraiser in Branson.     Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House and Thompson Sales! 

It’s a packed episode of Around the Ozarks Sports Scene! Host Scott Puryear sits down with Missouri Sports Hall of Famer Joel Wells, now in his first season leading the Logan-Rogersville Wildcats to an impressive 6–2 record. Coach Wells reflects on his career path, the culture he’s building in Rogersville, and the growing “arms race” of high school athletic facilities across the region. Plus, Tyler Thompson, GM of sponsor Thompson Sales, joins the show to talk great fall deals, the arrival of the 2026 models, and a brand-new tire promotion you won’t want to miss.     Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House and Thompson Sales!  

The Cardinals asked for a reset... how did it play out? On Around the Ozarks Sports Scene, host Scott Puryear sits down with Cardinals authority Rob Rains of STLSportsPage.com to evaluate a turbulent season, the direction under new GM Chaim Bloom, and what’s next for the Redbirds. Who stays, who goes, and who might emerge as a breakout player in 2026? Rob has the insider insight you don’t want to miss.     Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House and Thompson Sales! 

The Razorbacks are in the spotlight, and WholeHogSports.com editor Matt Jones joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to break it all down with host Scott Puryear. From the ongoing Arkansas football coaching search to whether former Missouri State head coach Bobby Petrino is a serious contender for the full-time job, Jones shares insider perspective on what it’ll take to land the gig. Plus, get an early look at the upcoming Razorbacks basketball and baseball seasons as one of the state’s top sports voices weighs in on all things Hogs.    Thanks to our sponsors The Pitch Pizza & Pub, and Thompson Sales!  

It’s a doubleheader on Around the Ozarks Sports Scene! Host Scott Puryear is joined first by Missouri State’s Joey Hawkins and Drury’s Scott Nasby to preview the annual Battle for Bell charity baseball game, set for October 8th. The crosstown showdown raises funds for the CoxHealth ALS Clinic and brings together two powerhouse programs for a cause that hits close to home. Then, Scott catches up with former Ozark High and University of Miami football star Rusty Medearis, who reflects on his standout career and his upcoming induction into the Springfield Area Sports Hall of Fame.   Thanks to our sponsors Fastbreak Sports, the largest selection of cards & card supplies in Southwest Mo, The Pitch Pizza & Pub, and Thompson Sales!    

Stan Utley has taken his Ozarks roots all the way to the national stage. On Around the Ozarks Sports Scene, host Scott Puryear catches up with the West Plains native and former University of Missouri standout, who carved out a professional playing career before turning his short-game mastery into a teaching legacy. Now recognized by Golf Digest as one of America’s Top 15 instructors, Utley shares stories and what it’s like to teach at one of the most prestigious courses in the country.      Thanks to our sponsors, The Pitch Pizza & Pub, and Thompson Sales!  

Four sports voices, four hot topics. In this brand-new feature on Around the Ozarks Sports Scene, host Scott Puryear is joined by Corey Riggs (Voice of Missouri State Athletics), Chris Parker (Ozarks Sports Zone), and Sully Engels (KY3 Sports Director) for a roundtable on the stories driving conversation across the region. From early-season panic in Chiefs Kingdom to prep football surprises, the Cardinals’ slipping hold on the Ozarks, and Missouri State football’s uprising, it’s a fast-paced, no-holds-barred discussion you won’t want to miss.    Thanks to our sponsors, The Pitch Pizza & Pub, and Thompson Sales!    

A true Ozarks legend is taking his final bow. Art Hains, the longtime Voice of the Missouri State Bears, joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene with host Scott Puryear to reflect on nearly 50 years behind the mic. Art talks about the highlights of his remarkable broadcasting career, the honor of calling Saturday’s MSU football game against his alma mater SMU, and his inspiring comeback to the airwaves after a near-fatal illness. It’s a real conversation with a Hall of Fame voice who has defined sports radio in the Ozarks for generations.    Thanks to our sponsors, The Pitch Pizza & Pub, and Thompson Sales!    

The Kansas City Chiefs are back on a mission, and Nick Athan of ChiefsBlitz.com joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to break it all down with host Scott Puryear. From the team’s “Revenge Tour” to whether Patrick Mahomes will throw deep again, Nick offers insight into what fans can expect this season. Plus, the two tackle some off-field chatter, including the question a lot of people are asking: whatever happened to Jackson Mahomes?    Thanks to our sponsors, The Pitch Pizza & Pub, and Thompson Sales!    

Wyatt Wheeler has been a fixture in Ozarks sports for the past decade, and now he’s moving on to a new chapter. He sits down with host Scott Puryear to reflect on 10 years at the Springfield News-Leader, sharing stories from the sidelines and memories that defined his beat. Wyatt also previews the upcoming Missouri State football season, talks candidly about how sports journalism has evolved, and looks ahead to his next role covering Kansas State athletics for the Topeka Capital-Journal. ​​​​​​​  Thanks to our sponsors Fastbreak Sports, the largest selection of cards & card supplies in Southwest Mo, The Pitch Pizza & Pub, and Thompson Sales!    

Evangel is gearing up for another big year, and Head Football Coach and new Director of Athletics Chuck Hepola joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to share what’s ahead. Host Scott Puryear talks with Coach Hepola about the Valor’s upcoming season and the local standouts ready to make an impact. Plus, Hepola opens up about his expanded role leading all of Evangel’s athletics programs and his vision for the future of Valor sports.  Thanks to our sponsors Fastbreak Sports, the largest selection of cards & card supplies in Southwest Mo, The Pitch Pizza & Pub, and Thompson Sales!  

Local Golf Stars Reagan Zibilski and Lyla Louderbaugh, our former Springfield Catholic High star teammates and rising LPGA hopefuls, are back at it again! Lyla reached the prestigious US Women's Amateur semifinals after winning a second straight Kansas Women's Amateur title (by eight strokes, again), while Reagan won the prestigious Missouri Women's Amateur (by a whopping 12 strokes) and also made match play at the US Am. They talk about their productive Summers and the big seasons just ahead for their college teams at Arkansas (Reagan) and Kansas (Lyla). Thanks to our sponsors Fastbreak Sports, the largest selection of cards & card supplies in Southwest Mo, The Pitch Pizza & Pub, and Thompson Sales!   

Smoke, sauce, and serious skill... BBQ champion Brad Leighninger joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to talk about his run as a finalist on Food Network’s BBQ Brawl, what it takes to win on the competition circuit, and his recent induction into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame. The Gettin’ Basted pitmaster also shares pro tips for backyard grillers looking to step up their game just in time to wrap up those summer BBQ's. Thanks to our sponsors Fastbreak Sports, the largest selection of cards & card supplies in Southwest Mo, The Pitch Pizza & Pub, and Thompson Sales!   

College football guru Phil Steele is back on Around the Ozarks Sports Scene for his annual visit with host Scott Puryear. The author of the go-to Phil Steele College Preview magazine breaks down what to expect in 2025 from Missouri State, Mizzou, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and more. It’s a rapid-fire rundown from one of the sport’s most trusted voices. Plus, a quick chat with Mike from FastBreak Sports about their new weekly “Trading Night” kicking off this Sunday at the store! Thanks to our sponsors Fastbreak Sports, the largest selection of cards & card supplies in Southwest Mo, The Pitch Pizza & Pub, and Thompson Sales!  

Fresh off his first season in the SEC, Kellen Lindstrom joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to talk all things Tennessee football. The former Glendale Falcons standout reflects on earning a varsity letter as one of only eight true freshmen for the College Football Playoff-qualifying Vols and shares what’s ahead as he gears up for year two in Knoxville. Host Scott Puryear also catches up with sponsor Miles Thompson of Thompson Sales for a quick visit you won’t want to miss. Thanks to our sponsors Thompson Sales, Fastbreak Sports, and The Pitch Pizza & Pub!

Glendale standout Sebastian Norman is on the verge of a life-changing decision, and he’s talking all about it on Around the Ozarks Sports Scene. Host Scott Puryear catches up with the rising star to discuss his recent appearance at the MLB Combine, what it’s like being a top draft prospect, and the exciting path ahead: launching a pro baseball career after the MLB Draft on July 13th or taking the field at Oklahoma State. Either way, the future is bright for one of the Ozarks’ most promising young talents.        Thanks to our sponsors Fastbreak Sports, the largest selection of cards & card supplies in Southwest Mo, The Pitch Pizza & Pub, and Thompson Sales!  

Glendale standout Sebastian Norman is on the verge of a life-changing decision, and he’s talking all about it on Around the Ozarks Sports Scene. Host Scott Puryear catches up with the rising star to discuss his recent appearance at the MLB Combine, what it’s like being a top draft prospect, and the exciting path ahead: launching a pro baseball career after the MLB Draft on July 13th or taking the field at Oklahoma State. Either way, the future is bright for one of the Ozarks’ most promising young talents.        Thanks to our sponsors Fastbreak Sports, the largest selection of cards & card supplies in Southwest Mo, The Pitch Pizza & Pub, and Thompson Sales! 

Marty Marsh has been a steady force in Missouri high school sports for more than 25 years—first with Springfield Public Schools and most recently with MSHSAA. As he prepares for retirement, he joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to reflect on the highs, the challenges, and the lasting impact of his career. Host Scott Puryear dives into key topics from Marsh’s time at MSHSAA, shares a few laughs down memory lane, and welcomes some surprise guests to help celebrate a true local legend. Thanks to our sponsors Thompson Sales, Fastbreak Sports, and The Pitch Pizza & Pub!

Basketball standout turned rising coaching star, Molly Miller joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to talk with Scott Puryear about her next big move—taking the reins at Arizona State. The former Kickapoo and Drury legend reflects on her record-setting run at Grand Canyon University, including a 32-3 season and the program’s first NCAA Tournament bid, shares why she made the leap to lead the Sun Devils, and dives into the challenges ahead and the mindset fueling her next chapter.       Thanks to our sponsors Fastbreak Sports, the largest selection of cards & card supplies in Southwest Mo, The Pitch Pizza & Pub, and Thompson Sales!

He’s been a fixture in Ozarks sports for nearly four decades... Marty “Sign Man” Prather sits down with Scott Puryear on Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to share the story behind the signs. From launching his Domino’s empire in Springfield to becoming one of only two fans ever inducted into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame, Marty opens up about the moments, memories, and mischief that made him a legend. Hear how 3,000+ signs, a passion for pizza, and a love of the game turned one superfan into a local icon.       Thanks to our sponsors Fastbreak Sports, the largest selection of cards & card supplies in Southwest Mo, The Pitch Pizza & Pub, and Thompson Sales!

Two of Nixa’s brightest stars join Around the Ozarks Sports Scene as host Scott Puryear sits down with multi-sport standouts Hayden Mays and Jackson Cantwell. Fresh off gold and silver medal finishes at the state track and field meet, the duo talks more than just wins—they open up about a unique friendship that fuels their success in both track and football. With Cantwell headed to the University of Miami as the nation’s top recruit and Mays drawing major attention of his own, this is a look inside the mindset, motivation, and brotherhood behind the headlines.      Thanks to our sponsors Fastbreak Sports, the largest selection of cards & card supplies in Southwest Mo, The Pitch Pizza & Pub, and Thompson Sales!