High School Football Roundup: Neosho, Carl Junction, Webb City & Seneca Dominate Big Friday Slate

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Area high school football under the Friday night lights brought an explosion of offense across the board, highlighted by statement road wins from Neosho and Carl Junction, dominant performances from Webb City and Seneca, and a gritty defensive stand by Joplin.

Neosho 49, Ozark 23

The Neosho Wildcats exploded on the road, putting together a masterclass on offense to run away from the Ozark Tigers 49–23. Neosho established an early rhythm, pulling away with a flurry of big plays in the second half to secure a signature road victory.

Carl Junction 40, Strafford 3

Carl Junction put together a complete performance on both sides of the ball, cruising past Strafford 40–3. The Bulldogs' defense completely suffocated the Indians' attack—yielding only a lone field goal—while the offense capitalized on short fields all evening.

Webb City 42, Glendale 6

The Webb City Cardinals showcased their trademark physical ground game and relentless defense, overpowering Springfield Glendale 42–6. The Cardinals controlled the line of scrimmage from the opening drive, rarely letting the Falcons establish any offensive momentum.

Seneca 42, East Newton 6

The Seneca Indians kept their high-octane offense rolling with a commanding 42–6 victory over East Newton. Seneca seized early momentum with explosive scoring drives and shut down the Patriots' offensive attack for four quarters.

Joplin 14, Kickapoo 10

In a gritty, low-scoring battle, the Joplin Eagles held off Springfield Kickapoo 14–10. Joplin’s defense delivered in the clutch, forcing key late-game stops in a tight contest where every yard mattered.

Nixa 42, Carthage 13

The Carthage Tigers ran into a powerhouse Nixa squad, dropping a 42–13 decision. Nixa took command early with an efficient attack, leaving the Tigers fighting uphill throughout the second half.

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