Behind the Stripes

This fall, we are so excited about the launch of our new athletic website: OzarkMoTigers.org! The website (and app) features schedules, scores, rosters and the latest news about your favorite Ozark teams! If you haven't had a chance to check it out yet take a few minutes, I promise you won't regret it!

➡️visit ozarkmotigers.org to check out the website

➡️download the app: APPLE GOOGLE

This week OHS Junior Logan Smith has been selected as an Athlete of the Week! Logan is a key member of the varsity football team, serving as an important leader on and off the field, according to Head Football Coach Jeremy Cordell.

"Logan is team captain this year," Cordell said. "He's an unbelievable athlete and leader on our team. He's a solid rock of leadership. He gives his all to the program, and his teammates, on a daily basis."

Logan, who is an offensive lineman for the Tigers, said he loves playing football especially with his friends.

"I just like going out there and playing with my friends and working hard," he said.

Congrats Logan!

This week OHS Senior Ashya Thompson has been selected as an Athlete of the Week! Ashya is an important leader on the varsity volleyball team, setting high expectations for herself and her teammates, according to Volleyball Head Coach Adeana Brewer.

"Ashya has done a tremendous job as a leader this summer and pre-season," Brewer said. "She demonstrates leadership qualities that any coach desires in a student-athlete and has a level of maturity that makes her a joy to coach. She leads by example by working extremely hard on the court, in the weight room, during conditioning and in the classroom."

Ashya, who plays middle for the Tigers, said she is ready for this season, especially after an injury cut her season short last year.

"The pressure to 'get everything right' this year is very high, but that is what makes it so exciting at the same time," Ashya said. "It taught me to never take any second on the court for granted and to enjoy every moment. This is also what fuels my energy and hype for my teammates, which I feel is a big part of my role in the front row."

Congrats Ashya!

This week OHS Senior Elliot Judy has been selected as Artist of the Week! Elliot plays guitar for the Pride of the Ozarks Marching Band, and is an important part of this year's show 'Weather the Storm', according to Band Director Tom Meyer.

"He's featured in our marching show this year as a soloist, and for the past two years he's been an all-state jazz guitar player," Meyer said. "He's such a hard worker and a great kid."

Congrats Elliot!

This week OHS Senior Madison Becraft has been selected as Tiger of the Week! Madison is a member of Ozark's JROTC program, specifically on the Raider Team. JROTC Instructor Chief Jason Allen said Madison is great with her teammates.

"Madison is the ultimate team player," Allen said. "Not only can she perform at the highest level as an individual, but she is great with her teammates."

Madison said she loves being a part of Ozark JROTC program.

"I love being a Raider because it challenges me and I love meeting and working with the other team members," she said.

Congrats Madison!

Make sure you never miss an event this year and pick up your 2023-24 activity pass now! They are $50 for adults and $25 for students. They get you access to all 7th-12th grade home games (except MSHSAA postseason events).

➡️ Order and pay for them online here: https://bit.ly/3Yk3ikj

➡️ They can also be paid for with cash or check in the OHS athletic office (417-582-5711)

The Ozark Tigers Booster Club is looking for new members and will have tables set up at the OHS athletic events over the next few weeks! The Booster Club is made up of parents, family and community members volunteering to give back to the Ozark athletic teams, activities and clubs. They have raised and given back over $500,000 the past six years to Ozark programs. Make sure to stop their table to get more information!

Adeana Brewer is the head coach of Ozark volleyball. She has been coaching in Ozark since 2013. Prior to Ozark, she was the head volleyball coach at Stafford High School. In college, she played for Missouri State University where she made numerous NCAA Tournament appearances. In addition to coaching, she is a Speech-Language Pathologist at Ozark High School. When asked 'Why Ozark?" she said:

"The Ozark volleyball program has consistently achieved a high level of success and that is due to the continuous commitment and support from student-athletes and their families, the community, and the school district. The Ozark School District is an elite place to work and grow. Supportive administrators, fantastic teachers, and ample opportunities for student-athletes makes Ozark the best place to be."

Before their first home game, Ozark softball took some time to give back to the community with a charity car wash! The team raised $1,800 for Freedom’s Rest Family Crisis Center, a team record! We always love seeing our Tigers giving back!

First tennis meet of the season is in the books for the Ozark Girls Tennis Team! The team won again Kickapoo in the first round, had a tough loss to Bolivar in the second round and did not get to finish playing against Central due to the heat! Great start to the season ladies! Can't wait to see what's to come!

Your Ozark Tigers took down Carl Junction in 42-22 win Friday, Aug. 25 with running back Senior Jack Bowers getting four touchdowns and 300+ yards! On Thursday, Aug. 31 at 7 p.m. the Tigers will have their first home game versus Republic! The game is a white out and Ozark Student Council is hosting a tailgate before the game so stop by and support your Tigers!

Friday, Aug. 25, 2023

Football V @ Carl Junction

• Varsity: 42-22 (W)

Soccer JV/V @ Capital City

• Varsity: 2-0 (W)
• JV: (W)

Tennis @ Kickapoo Tournament

• Varsity vs Kickapoo: 5-4 (W)
• Varsity vs Bolivar: 0-5 (L)
• Varsity vs Central: game incomplete due to heat

Katie Vorhies (class of '19) is getting ready to kick off her senior year as a player on the Harvard volleyball team! While playing on Ozark's volleyball team, Vorhies helped lead the Tigers to second and third place finishes in the Missouri State Class 4 Volleyball Championship. She made all-district and all-conference teams in 2018 and won the all-state academic award from 2016 to 2018.

Every week our Ozark Tigers are featured in media around the region! Check out how we were featured last week below!

Ozark Sports Zone

• PICTURES: OZARK 42, CARL JUNCTION 22
  
• AREA DEFENSIVE BACKS TO WATCH IN 2023
  
• AREA WIDE RECEIVERS & TIGHT ENDS TO WATCH IN 2023
• PICTURES: CENTRAL SOCCER JAMBOREE

Christian County Headliner

• Cordell era begins with Bowers' four touchdowns powering Tigers to victory
  
• Both Ozark and its opening opponent, Carl Junction, under new leadership