Four of the 16 Waynesville High School students who auditioned for the 2026 All-State Band earned honors at Hickman High School on Dec 6, 2025.



“We are proud of these young musicians and their accomplishments,” said Director of Bands Jared Sabatasso. “Their drive and dedication attributes to the success of the entire band program here at Waynesville.”



Those recognized were as follows:

Kayden Wass (trombone) was selected to the 2026 Missouri All-State Band and will practice and perform with the band during our annual Missouri Music Educators Conference Jan. 28-31, 2026.



Landon Boswell (tuba), Sarah Pierce (contra clarinet), and Chloe Williams (alto clarinet), were named to the Missouri All-State Honorable Mention Band.

5 months ago, Donal Imbrunone
Four of the 16 Waynesville High School students who auditioned for the 2026 All-State Band earned honors at Hickman High School on Dec 6, 2025. “We are proud of these young musicians and their accomplishments,” said Director of Bands Jared Sabatasso. “Their drive and dedication attributes to the success of the entire band program here at Waynesville.” Those recognized were as follows: Kayden Wass (trombone) was selected to the 2026 Missouri All-State Band and will practice and perform with the band during our annual Missouri Music Educators Conference Jan. 28-31, 2026. Landon Boswell (tuba), Sarah Pierce (contra clarinet), and Chloe Williams (alto clarinet), were named to the Missouri All-State Honorable Mention Band.
Four of the 16 Waynesville High School students who auditioned for the 2026 All-State Band earned honors at Hickman High School on Dec 6, 2025. “We are proud of these young musicians and their accomplishments,” said Director of Bands Jared Sabatasso. “Their drive and dedication attributes to the success of the entire band program here at Waynesville.” Those recognized were as follows: Kayden Wass (trombone) was selected to the 2026 Missouri All-State Band and will practice and perform with the band during our annual Missouri Music Educators Conference Jan. 28-31, 2026. Landon Boswell (tuba), Sarah Pierce (contra clarinet), and Chloe Williams (alto clarinet), were named to the Missouri All-State Honorable Mention Band.
Four of the 16 Waynesville High School students who auditioned for the 2026 All-State Band earned honors at Hickman High School on Dec 6, 2025. “We are proud of these young musicians and their accomplishments,” said Director of Bands Jared Sabatasso. “Their drive and dedication attributes to the success of the entire band program here at Waynesville.” Those recognized were as follows: Kayden Wass (trombone) was selected to the 2026 Missouri All-State Band and will practice and perform with the band during our annual Missouri Music Educators Conference Jan. 28-31, 2026. Landon Boswell (tuba), Sarah Pierce (contra clarinet), and Chloe Williams (alto clarinet), were named to the Missouri All-State Honorable Mention Band.
Four of the 16 Waynesville High School students who auditioned for the 2026 All-State Band earned honors at Hickman High School on Dec 6, 2025. “We are proud of these young musicians and their accomplishments,” said Director of Bands Jared Sabatasso. “Their drive and dedication attributes to the success of the entire band program here at Waynesville.” Those recognized were as follows: Kayden Wass (trombone) was selected to the 2026 Missouri All-State Band and will practice and perform with the band during our annual Missouri Music Educators Conference Jan. 28-31, 2026. Landon Boswell (tuba), Sarah Pierce (contra clarinet), and Chloe Williams (alto clarinet), were named to the Missouri All-State Honorable Mention Band.
Our Tiger Band brought the holiday cheer at the Christmas parade! Fantastic job spreading festive spirit throughout the community!
5 months ago, Brian Vernon
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The Waynesville High School choirs held their Winter Concert on Dec 2, 2025, in the Waynesville High School Auditorium.
5 months ago, Donal Imbrunone
The Waynesville High School choirs held their Winter Concert on Dec 2, 2025, in the Waynesville High School Auditorium.
The Waynesville High School choirs held their Winter Concert on Dec 2, 2025, in the Waynesville High School Auditorium.
The Waynesville High School choirs held their Winter Concert on Dec 2, 2025, in the Waynesville High School Auditorium.
The Waynesville High School choirs held their Winter Concert on Dec 2, 2025, in the Waynesville High School Auditorium.
The Waynesville High School choirs held their Winter Concert on Dec 2, 2025, in the Waynesville High School Auditorium.
The Waynesville High School choirs held their Winter Concert on Dec 2, 2025, in the Waynesville High School Auditorium.
The Waynesville High School choirs held their Winter Concert on Dec 2, 2025, in the Waynesville High School Auditorium.
The Waynesville High School choirs held their Winter Concert on Dec 2, 2025, in the Waynesville High School Auditorium.
The Waynesville High School choirs held their Winter Concert on Dec 2, 2025, in the Waynesville High School Auditorium.
The Waynesville High School choirs held their Winter Concert on Dec 2, 2025, in the Waynesville High School Auditorium.

UPDATE:  Route 47 to be only snow route this afternoon

Waynesville R-VI buses will run their regular routes this afternoon, Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025, EXCEPT Bus Route 47. Bus Route 47 will also run its snow route this afternoon and in the morning on Thursday, Dec. 4.

While we typically stay on snow routes all day if we use them in the morning, rising temperatures are allowing us to make an exception and return to most regular routes this afternoon.

The afterschool WIN activity buses will run their regular routes as well this evening. 

 

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ADDITIONAL INFO: Because today is late-start Wednesday, please add 30 minutes to the pick-up time for your snow route.

Red: The Waynesville R-VI School District will be in session, but buses will be running snow routes on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025. When the district runs snow routes in the morning, it will run snow routes in the afternoon.

Snow routes are available on the Bus Quest Mobile App. In some cases, the snow route may be the regular route.

More information about downloading the Bus Quest Mobile App is at https://www.waynesville.k12.mo.us/o/wrv/page/bus-quest.

5 months ago, Marianne Ward
Red: The Waynesville R-VI School District will be in session, but buses will be running snow routes on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025. When the district runs snow routes in the morning, it will run snow routes in the afternoon.
Proud of our WHS Choir for an excellent performance tonight, such a talented group of students representing WHS!
5 months ago, Brian Vernon
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Excellent halftime performance by Rhythm Nation!
5 months ago, Brian Vernon
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Tiger Cheer brought the energy and had the crowd on their feet. Great job, team!
5 months ago, Brian Vernon
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Tiger Basketball opens the season tonight at home vs Neosho! Let’s go, Tigers!
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WMS and WHS will host their choir concerts at 5:30 and 6 p.m. tonight in the Waynesville High School Auditorium.
5 months ago, Marianne Ward
WMS and WHS will host their choir concerts at 5:30 and 6 p.m. tonight in the Waynesville High School Auditorium.
There will be no in-person school in the Waynesville R-VI School District on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025; however, Waynesville R-VI students will attend school virtually this morning as this is an AMI day.

School will be in session using an Alternative Method of Instruction (AMI online) from 8:30 a.m. to noon for grades K-12 and Parker, Pick and Freedom Preschool.

Williams Early Childhood Center AM classes will be online from 8:30 to 10:15 a.m. and Williams PM classes will be online from 10:15 a.m. to noon.

Instructions for logging into your child’s Chromebook: https://5il.co/3siy4



Additional instructions for PreK-6th graders are at https://5il.co/342dn
Additional instructions for 7th-8th graders are at https://www.waynesville.k12.mo.us/o/wms/page/ami-days
Additional instructions for 9-12th graders are at https://5il.co/342j7
5 months ago, Marianne Ward
No in-person school; however, it is an online learning day today, Dec. 2, 2025
Lady Tiger Basketball tips off the season tonight at the Marshfield Tournament. Good luck, Lady Tigers!
5 months ago, Brian Vernon
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Two choir concerts will be held on Dec. 2, 2025, beginning with the Waynesville Middle School Choir at 5:30 p.m. and the Waynesville High School Choir at 6 p.m. in the Waynesville High School Auditorium.

The WMS Band will perform a winter concert at 6 p.m. Dec. 4, 2025, at WHS Auditorium.

These events are free and open to the public.
5 months ago, Marianne Ward
Two choir concerts at 5:30 p.m. Dec. 2 and a WMS Band Concert at 6 p.m. Dec. 4 at WHS Auditorium
The Waynesville R-VI School District will host the following upcoming WMS and WHS holiday music programs.

Program Schedule

6 p.m. Dec. 2 - WHS winter choir concert at WHS auditorium
6 p.m. Dec. 4 - WMS band concert at WHS auditorium
5 months ago, Donal Imbrunone
The Waynesville School District invites families to join us for upcoming WMS and WHS holiday music programs. Program Schedule 6 p.m. Dec. 2 - WHS winter choir concert at WHS auditorium 6 p.m. Dec. 4 - WMS band concert at WHS auditorium
There will be no school in the Waynesville R-VI School District on Nov. 24-28, 2025. All offices will be closed on Nov. 26, 27 and 28.
5 months ago, Donal Imbrunone
There will be no school in the Waynesville R-VI School District on Nov. 24-28, 2025. All offices will be closed on Nov. 26, 27 and 28.
10 WHS students earn National awards

Eight current Waynesville High School students and two former students have been awarded national recognition from the CollegeBoard BigFuture Program for their high performance on AP tests and/or the PSAT as 10th and 11th graders.

The current students received the following awards based on their exceptional achievements:

School Recognition Award: Serina Chen, Vung Ciin and Kaden Crone, Keegan Graves, Brooklyn Lercher and Carson Sutphin

Rural and Small-Town Recognition Award: Kaden Crone, Brooklyn Lercher and Carson Sutphin

First Generation Recognition Award: Brionna Ash, Vung Ciin and Kalee Rhoades

Two former WHS students were also named:

· Alexis Good-Rural and Small-Town Recognition Award and School Recognition Award

· Andre Morse-School Recognition Award



Students are eligible for awards by:

· scoring in the top 10% of PSAT/NMSQT test takers in their high school, state's first generation test takers and/or state's rural and small town test takers OR earning a 3 or higher on two or more distinct AP exams in the 8th, 9th and/or 10th grade.

· earning a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.3 or higher
5 months ago, Donal Imbrunone
10 WHS students earn National awards Eight current Waynesville High School students and two former students have been awarded national recognition from the CollegeBoard BigFuture Program for their high performance on AP tests and/or the PSAT as 10th and 11th graders. The current students received the following awards based on their exceptional achievements: School Recognition Award: Serina Chen, Vung Ciin and Kaden Crone, Keegan Graves, Brooklyn Lercher and Carson Sutphin Rural and Small-Town Recognition Award: Kaden Crone, Brooklyn Lercher and Carson Sutphin First Generation Recognition Award: Brionna Ash, Vung Ciin and Kalee Rhoades Two former WHS students were also named: · Alexis Good-Rural and Small-Town Recognition Award and School Recognition Award · Andre Morse-School Recognition Award Students are eligible for awards by: · scoring in the top 10% of PSAT/NMSQT test takers in their high school, state's first generation test takers and/or state's rural and small town test takers OR earning a 3 or higher on two or more distinct AP exams in the 8th, 9th and/or 10th grade. · earning a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.3 or higher
10 WHS students earn National awards Eight current Waynesville High School students and two former students have been awarded national recognition from the CollegeBoard BigFuture Program for their high performance on AP tests and/or the PSAT as 10th and 11th graders. The current students received the following awards based on their exceptional achievements: School Recognition Award: Serina Chen, Vung Ciin and Kaden Crone, Keegan Graves, Brooklyn Lercher and Carson Sutphin Rural and Small-Town Recognition Award: Kaden Crone, Brooklyn Lercher and Carson Sutphin First Generation Recognition Award: Brionna Ash, Vung Ciin and Kalee Rhoades Two former WHS students were also named: · Alexis Good-Rural and Small-Town Recognition Award and School Recognition Award · Andre Morse-School Recognition Award Students are eligible for awards by: · scoring in the top 10% of PSAT/NMSQT test takers in their high school, state's first generation test takers and/or state's rural and small town test takers OR earning a 3 or higher on two or more distinct AP exams in the 8th, 9th and/or 10th grade. · earning a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.3 or higher
10 WHS students earn National awards Eight current Waynesville High School students and two former students have been awarded national recognition from the CollegeBoard BigFuture Program for their high performance on AP tests and/or the PSAT as 10th and 11th graders. The current students received the following awards based on their exceptional achievements: School Recognition Award: Serina Chen, Vung Ciin and Kaden Crone, Keegan Graves, Brooklyn Lercher and Carson Sutphin Rural and Small-Town Recognition Award: Kaden Crone, Brooklyn Lercher and Carson Sutphin First Generation Recognition Award: Brionna Ash, Vung Ciin and Kalee Rhoades Two former WHS students were also named: · Alexis Good-Rural and Small-Town Recognition Award and School Recognition Award · Andre Morse-School Recognition Award Students are eligible for awards by: · scoring in the top 10% of PSAT/NMSQT test takers in their high school, state's first generation test takers and/or state's rural and small town test takers OR earning a 3 or higher on two or more distinct AP exams in the 8th, 9th and/or 10th grade. · earning a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.3 or higher
10 WHS students earn National awards Eight current Waynesville High School students and two former students have been awarded national recognition from the CollegeBoard BigFuture Program for their high performance on AP tests and/or the PSAT as 10th and 11th graders. The current students received the following awards based on their exceptional achievements: School Recognition Award: Serina Chen, Vung Ciin and Kaden Crone, Keegan Graves, Brooklyn Lercher and Carson Sutphin Rural and Small-Town Recognition Award: Kaden Crone, Brooklyn Lercher and Carson Sutphin First Generation Recognition Award: Brionna Ash, Vung Ciin and Kalee Rhoades Two former WHS students were also named: · Alexis Good-Rural and Small-Town Recognition Award and School Recognition Award · Andre Morse-School Recognition Award Students are eligible for awards by: · scoring in the top 10% of PSAT/NMSQT test takers in their high school, state's first generation test takers and/or state's rural and small town test takers OR earning a 3 or higher on two or more distinct AP exams in the 8th, 9th and/or 10th grade. · earning a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.3 or higher
The Waynesville High School Music Department presented a concert to a packed house on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, featuring the Jazz Band I and II, Concert Band, Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble.

The band is under the direction of Jared Sabatasso and assistant directors Chance Inman, Brady Perkins and Andrew Tiefenbrunn.
5 months ago, Donal Imbrunone
The Waynesville High School Music Department presented a concert to a packed house on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, featuring the Jazz Band I and II, Concert Band, Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble. The band is under the direction of Jared Sabatasso and assistant directors Chance Inman, Brady Perkins and Andrew Tiefenbrunn.
The Waynesville High School Music Department presented a concert to a packed house on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, featuring the Jazz Band I and II, Concert Band, Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble. The band is under the direction of Jared Sabatasso and assistant directors Chance Inman, Brady Perkins and Andrew Tiefenbrunn.
The Waynesville High School Music Department presented a concert to a packed house on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, featuring the Jazz Band I and II, Concert Band, Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble. The band is under the direction of Jared Sabatasso and assistant directors Chance Inman, Brady Perkins and Andrew Tiefenbrunn.
The Waynesville High School Music Department presented a concert to a packed house on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, featuring the Jazz Band I and II, Concert Band, Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble. The band is under the direction of Jared Sabatasso and assistant directors Chance Inman, Brady Perkins and Andrew Tiefenbrunn.
The Waynesville High School Music Department presented a concert to a packed house on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, featuring the Jazz Band I and II, Concert Band, Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble. The band is under the direction of Jared Sabatasso and assistant directors Chance Inman, Brady Perkins and Andrew Tiefenbrunn.
The Waynesville High School Music Department presented a concert to a packed house on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, featuring the Jazz Band I and II, Concert Band, Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble. The band is under the direction of Jared Sabatasso and assistant directors Chance Inman, Brady Perkins and Andrew Tiefenbrunn.
The Waynesville High School Music Department presented a concert to a packed house on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, featuring the Jazz Band I and II, Concert Band, Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble. The band is under the direction of Jared Sabatasso and assistant directors Chance Inman, Brady Perkins and Andrew Tiefenbrunn.
The Waynesville High School Music Department presented a concert to a packed house on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, featuring the Jazz Band I and II, Concert Band, Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble. The band is under the direction of Jared Sabatasso and assistant directors Chance Inman, Brady Perkins and Andrew Tiefenbrunn.
The Waynesville High School Music Department presented a concert to a packed house on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, featuring the Jazz Band I and II, Concert Band, Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble. The band is under the direction of Jared Sabatasso and assistant directors Chance Inman, Brady Perkins and Andrew Tiefenbrunn.
The Waynesville High School Music Department presented a concert to a packed house on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, featuring the Jazz Band I and II, Concert Band, Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble. The band is under the direction of Jared Sabatasso and assistant directors Chance Inman, Brady Perkins and Andrew Tiefenbrunn.
Waynesville Mayor Sean Wilson visited U.S. Government and AP Government classes at Waynesville High School on Friday, Nov. 14, 2025, to speak with students about elections, civic engagement and public service. During the 40-minute session, he shared his motivation for entering public service, reflected on his experiences as a candidate and emphasized the importance of community involvement. He also took time to answer questions.

After his visit, students observed a peer-led debate as part of the final stage of their mock election project—before taking part in a schoolwide voting activity.
5 months ago, Marianne Ward
Waynesville Mayor Wilson speaks to US Government and AP classes at WHS
Waynesville Mayor Wilson speaks to US Government and AP classes at WHS
WHS students participate in peer-led debate
WHS students participate in peer-led debate
An ambulance was dispatched to Waynesville High School at approximately 9 a.m. today (Friday, Nov. 14, 2025) to treat an individual student with a medical condition. A parent/guardian has been notified and will determine what, if any, further medical treatment is necessary.
5 months ago, Donal Imbrunone
Waynesville’s JROTC Battalion and the Waynesville High School Tiger Pride Marching Band participated in the Veterans Parade hosted by the Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce on Nov. 11, 2025, in St. Robert, Mo. In addition, JROTC provided the Color Guard for the Veterans Day Ceremony and led the parade.
5 months ago, Donal Imbrunone
Waynesville’s JROTC Battalion and the Waynesville High School Tiger Pride Marching Band participated in the Veterans Parade hosted by the Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce on Nov. 11, 2025, in St. Robert, Mo. In addition, JROTC provided the Color Guard for the Veterans Day Ceremony and led the parade.
Waynesville’s JROTC Battalion and the Waynesville High School Tiger Pride Marching Band participated in the Veterans Parade hosted by the Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce on Nov. 11, 2025, in St. Robert, Mo. In addition, JROTC provided the Color Guard for the Veterans Day Ceremony and led the parade.
Waynesville’s JROTC Battalion and the Waynesville High School Tiger Pride Marching Band participated in the Veterans Parade hosted by the Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce on Nov. 11, 2025, in St. Robert, Mo. In addition, JROTC provided the Color Guard for the Veterans Day Ceremony and led the parade.
Waynesville’s JROTC Battalion and the Waynesville High School Tiger Pride Marching Band participated in the Veterans Parade hosted by the Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce on Nov. 11, 2025, in St. Robert, Mo. In addition, JROTC provided the Color Guard for the Veterans Day Ceremony and led the parade.
Waynesville’s JROTC Battalion and the Waynesville High School Tiger Pride Marching Band participated in the Veterans Parade hosted by the Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce on Nov. 11, 2025, in St. Robert, Mo. In addition, JROTC provided the Color Guard for the Veterans Day Ceremony and led the parade.
Waynesville’s JROTC Battalion and the Waynesville High School Tiger Pride Marching Band participated in the Veterans Parade hosted by the Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce on Nov. 11, 2025, in St. Robert, Mo. In addition, JROTC provided the Color Guard for the Veterans Day Ceremony and led the parade.
Waynesville’s JROTC Battalion and the Waynesville High School Tiger Pride Marching Band participated in the Veterans Parade hosted by the Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce on Nov. 11, 2025, in St. Robert, Mo. In addition, JROTC provided the Color Guard for the Veterans Day Ceremony and led the parade.
Waynesville’s JROTC Battalion and the Waynesville High School Tiger Pride Marching Band participated in the Veterans Parade hosted by the Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce on Nov. 11, 2025, in St. Robert, Mo. In addition, JROTC provided the Color Guard for the Veterans Day Ceremony and led the parade.
Waynesville’s JROTC Battalion and the Waynesville High School Tiger Pride Marching Band participated in the Veterans Parade hosted by the Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce on Nov. 11, 2025, in St. Robert, Mo. In addition, JROTC provided the Color Guard for the Veterans Day Ceremony and led the parade.
Waynesville’s JROTC Battalion and the Waynesville High School Tiger Pride Marching Band participated in the Veterans Parade hosted by the Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce on Nov. 11, 2025, in St. Robert, Mo. In addition, JROTC provided the Color Guard for the Veterans Day Ceremony and led the parade.

Route 66 Shootout to be held Dec.19–20 at Waynesville High School

The annual Route 66 Shootout will take place on Friday, Dec.19, and Saturday, Dec. 20, at Waynesville High School.

The third class of the WHS Athletic/Activity Hall of Fame inductees will be recognized prior to the 7:30 p.m. game on Friday, Dec.19.

Robert "Bob" Slaughter (Coach/AD)
Robert Sumter (Athlete/T&F & XC)
1974 Track & Field (Team)


Game Schedule

Friday, Dec.19

4:30 p.m. – Waynesville (Girls) vs. Capital City

6:00 p.m. – Poplar Bluff (Boys) vs. Capital City

7:30 p.m. – Waynesville (Boys) vs. Northwest Cedar Hill

Saturday, Dec.20

12:30 p.m. – Waynesville (Girls) vs. St. Elizabeth

2:00 p.m. – Northwest Cedar Hill (Boys) vs. Poplar Bluff

3:30 p.m. – Waynesville (Boys) vs. Hazelwood East

Admission

$10 per person for the weekend

$6 per person per day

All individuals over age 5 are required to purchase a ticket, including senior citizens, season pass holders, annual pass holders, and staff with athletic passes, as these are not regular season games.

5 months ago, Donal Imbrunone
Route 66 Shootout to be held Dec.19–20 at Waynesville High School The annual Route 66 Shootout will take place on Friday, Dec.19, and Saturday, Dec. 20, at Waynesville High School. The third class of the WHS Athletic/Activity Hall of Fame inductees will be recognized prior to the 7:30 p.m. game on Friday, Dec.19. Robert "Bob" Slaughter (Coach/AD) Robert Sumter (Athlete/T&F & XC) 1974 Track & Field (Team) Game Schedule Friday, Dec.19 4:30 p.m. – Waynesville (Girls) vs. Capital City 6:00 p.m. – Poplar Bluff (Boys) vs. Capital City 7:30 p.m. – Waynesville (Boys) vs. Northwest Cedar Hill Saturday, Dec.20 12:30 p.m. – Waynesville (Girls) vs. St. Elizabeth 2:00 p.m. – Northwest Cedar Hill (Boys) vs. Poplar Bluff 3:30 p.m. – Waynesville (Boys) vs. Hazelwood East Admission $10 per person for the weekend $6 per person per day All individuals over age 5 are required to purchase a ticket, including senior citizens, season pass holders, annual pass holders, and staff with athletic passes, as these are not regular season games.