Russell Korando is a Sports Editor at Leader Publications. He covers a diverse range of topics including individual and team sports, as well as architecture and planning, highlighting the intersection of culture and society. Russell's work has been featured in various publications, showcasing his expertise in both competitive sports and the built environment.
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Russell Korando's focus is exclusively on local sports, particularly high school events and achievements. His articles cover a wide range of local sports activities including wrestling, basketball, football, soccer among others. If you have news or stories related to high school sports within the United States with a particular emphasis on Missouri and Jefferson County in mind, it would be suitable for Russell Korando.
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By: Russell Korando
Chris Schacht has returned as head coach of the Hawks, whom he coached to 250 wins in 22 years in his first stint.
Toward the end of last year, Windsor played with a two-striker system, and seniors Austin Todtenhaupt and Chase Kraus flourished, each scoring 13 goals.
Northwest senior forward Mavrick Pieper tries to settle the ball in a game against De Soto last season.
By: Russell Korando
Eureka boys soccer drops from Yellow pool to Red, doesn't schedule games against MCC schools.
By: Russell Korando
In the Class 4 District 1 tournament last October, Windsor swept JCAA rivals De Soto (8-0), Festus (11-5) and Hillsboro (6-2) to advance to the state quarterfinals.
Given the new Championship Factor formula from the Missouri State High School Activities Association, St. Pius could be moving up to Class 3 based on last year’s success.
By: Russell Korando
Crystal City is at Winfield for its first game of the 2026 football season.
By: Russell Korando
Senior Brock Poole returns at running back after scoring 12 TDs, including the first one of the game against Van-Far.
Just because Dallas Fritschle isn’t the new QB doesn’t mean he’s without a job. Quite the contrary, he will start at running back and defensive back.
By: Russell Korando
Seniors on this year’s Jefferson football team, front row, from left, are Parker Taylor, Brandon Crader, Aiden Kentch, Greyson Rundel, Sam Kerley, Evan Botkin and Carson Nagel. In the back, from left, Kollyn Waters, Josh Thieret, Dakota French, Oliver Klump, Chase Young and Holden Green.
