Allen Vaughan writes in today’s News-Leader about the history of the girls state soccer tournament. His facts are a bit off (read the comments), but his conclusion rings true:
Still, history isn’t everything. Sure, there’s a chance that St. Louis number could be 33-0 [sic] after this weekend. But just know, if one of our local teams pulls it off, it will be history.
How have Springfield area teams performed in the girls state soccer championships?
1999: Catholic – 4th (1A-3A)
2001: Ozark – 4th (1A-3A)
2002: Kickapoo – 4th (4A)
2003: Catholic – 3rd (Class 1)
2004: Catholic – 2nd (Class 1)


