Football seasons kick off at high schools across Southwest Missouri on Friday, bringing an excitement and energy unique to the game and the time of year.
John Hacker is a reporter based in Joplin, Missouri, with a focus on local news and sports. He writes for publications such as the Joplin Globe, Yahoo Sports UK, and Enid News & Eagle, covering a range of topics including community events, high school sports, and local government issues. John's work has also been featured in various other publications, including Yahoo News and the Tahlequah Daily Press.