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Helias beats Borgia with strong second half
For the second time this season, the Helias Crusaders were behind. The Borgia Knights started Friday night's game with a touchdown drive, then scored twice in a four-minute span late in the first half to take an eight-point lead. But Helias was able to tie the game at intermission and went on to post a 49-28 victory on Senior Night at Ray Hentges Stadium.
Sep. 19 2020 @ 12:40am
Helias football sees mirror image in Borgia
It's like looking in a mirror. At least it seems that way to Helias coach Chris Hentges.
Sep. 18 2020 @ 2:50am
Helias softball scores two in sixth to edge New Bloomfield
The Helias Lady Crusaders got it done when they needed to get it done. Helias scored two runs in the bottom of the sixth inning, then held off a potential New Bloomfield rally in the seventh to take a 3-2 victory Thursday at the American Legion Post 5 Sports Complex.
Sep. 18 2020 @ 12:40am
Helias softball holds on for one-run win against Blair Oaks
To the surprise of absolutely no one, it was a one-run game. That's what you come to expect when the Helias Lady Crusaders take on the Blair Oaks Lady Falcons in softball.
Sep. 16 2020 @ 12:35am
Hynes' long goal propels Helias past Capital City
The momentum swung Monday night on the strong right leg of Luke Hynes. Hynes, a Helias senior, scored on an absolute bomb about 12 minutes into the second half to help propel the Crusaders to a 4-1 victory against the Capital City Cavaliers in Central Missouri Activities Conference action at Ray Hentges Stadium.
Sep. 15 2020 @ 12:40am
Football Friday: Helias wins clash at line of scrimmage against Battle
The Helias Crusaders looked at it as a challenge. The Battle Spartans brought a powerful running game to a key early-season Central Missouri Activities Conference matchup between a pair of 2-0 teams Friday night at Ray Hentges Stadium.
Sep. 13 2020 @ 12:30am
Still on top: Crusaders take top spot in CMAC
The Helias Crusaders took the ball and ran with it. Literally. Helias racked up a season-high 325 yards on the ground Friday night as the Crusaders defeated the Battle Spartans 41-19 in Central Missouri Activities Conference action at Ray Hentges Stadium.
Sep. 12 2020 @ 12:45am
Helias set to take on potent Battle run game
It's been TDT so far this season for the Helias run defense. "Take on the block, defeat the block, tackle the ball carrier," Helias coach Chris Hentges said. So far, so good as the Crusaders have held their first two opponents to just 23 yards on 58 carries (0.4 avg.).
Sep. 11 2020 @ 2:50am
Jays soccer pushes past Harrisonville
The scoreboard may not have shown it, but the Jefferson City Jays were tested Thursday night. The Harrisonville Wildcats brought a physical style to Eddie Horn Field, something Jefferson City hadn't seen this season. And that tested not only their physical toughness, but how they would mentally deal with it.
Sep. 11 2020 @ 12:40am
Hughes, Jays blank Kewpies in soccer
With a strong defense in front of him, Jefferson City keeper Toby Hughes often doesn't see a lot of action around the Jays' net. But when needed, Hughes has proven to be ready.
Sep. 8 2020 @ 11:45pm
Helias JV opens football season with win at Tipton
The game turned on two consecutive plays that were run about 20 minutes apart. The Helias junior varsity scored on the final play of the first half to take the lead against Tipton, then returned the opening kickoff of the second half for a touchdown Saturday afternoon as the Crusaders posted a 27-14 victory against the Cardinals.
Sep. 6 2020 @ 12:30am
Press Box: It was six busy, but fun, days in local sports
My work week started with a softball marathon Monday at the American Legion Post 5 Sports Complex. It ended Saturday afternoon with an entertaining football game in Tipton. And there was a lot of stuff on the days in between. It was a pretty good week.
Sep. 6 2020 @ 12:25am
Friday Football: Helias strikes it big in CMAC debut, routs Hickman 68-18
Jake Weaver could feel it. "We had a very good pre-game, we were ready to go," the Helias senior quarterback said after Friday night's 68-18 Central Missouri Activities Conference victory against Hickman Kewpies.
Sep. 6 2020 @ 12:20am
Helias starts fast, powers past Hickman
A little more than two minutes into the game, Helias scored a touchdown. The Crusaders kept going from there. Helias led 27-0 with five minutes remaining in the first quarter Friday night as the Crusaders cruised to a 68-18 victory against the Hickman Kewpies in their first-ever Central Missouri Activities Conference game.
Sep. 5 2020 @ 12:40am
Helias looks to win CMAC debut against Hickman
It was a bit of a coach's dream for the Helias Crusaders to open the season — a win against a good opponent, but still some teachable moments.
Sep. 4 2020 @ 2:50am
Three late first-half goals propel Capital City to win against Battle
For the first 20 minutes, the Capital City Cavaliers were living on the offensive end of the field Thursday night. They had nothing to show for it on the scoreboard.
Sep. 4 2020 @ 12:40am
Jays soccer overcomes early deficit to beat Capital City
The Jefferson City Jays had the better of play early Tuesday night, but the Capital City Cavaliers had the lead. It happens. It also got the Jays' attention.
Sep. 2 2020 @ 12:55am
Brandt's single in 13th inning sends Fatima past Helias
The Fatima Lady Comets left seven runners on base, six in scoring position. The Helias Lady Crusaders left eight, five in scoring position. And that was just in extra innings.
Sep. 1 2020 @ 12:55am
Helias set to open soccer season vs. Sedalia S-C
The Helias Crusaders soccer team has had their share of distractions for the last few months. Of course, there's COVID-19 and making sure to follow all the safety protocols at practice. Then there's practice itself.
Sep. 1 2020 @ 12:50am
Friday football: Helias defense shines in victory
The Helias Crusaders treated it just like a regular week. Sure, they had their game scheduled for Friday night at Hannibal canceled due to COVID-19 concerns. And they weren't sure if, or who, they were going to play until Tuesday, when a game with Lutheran: St. Charles was scheduled for Ray Hentges Stadium. But the short week was a successful one for the Crusaders.
Aug. 30 2020 @ 12:50am