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	Name: Taylor Fusselman Year: Senior High School: Moberly High School GPA: 4.1 Sports: Basketball Softball Soccer	Student Bio: Taylor has been an All-Conference, All-District, and All-State performer in soccer for the Spartans. She has also been an All-Conference and All-District performer in Basketball and Softball. Outside of athletics, Taylor's coaches and teachers have said she is one of the most dedicated and hardest working student athletes that Moberly High School has ever had. Plans After High School: Taylor plans to attend Truman State University.
	Name: Isaac Minnick Year: Senior High School: Iberia High School GPA: 4.1 Sports: Basketball Baseball	Student Bio: Isaac is ranked 2nd in his graduating class at Iberia and is President of the National Honor Society. On the basketball court, he was team captain for the Varsity Basketball Team that finished 3rd place in Class 2. Isaac was also KGEL radio Basketball Player of the Year for the 2012-2013 season, while making First Team All- Conference and First Team All- District. On the baseball diamiond, Isaac has recieved All-Conference and All-District honors. Plans After High School: Issac plans on attending college, but is still undecided on where to go. His major is also undecided.
	Name: Sam Miller Year: Senior High School: Fayette High School GPA: 4.16 Sports: Football Basketball Baseball	Student Bio: Sam has racked up many awards on the football field including All-State and All-District as a Kick Returner, All-State Academic, and All-Conference. Sam also made the All-State Academic Team in basketball. Plans After High School: Sam is still deciding on his plans after high school.
s	Name: Trevor Nicks Year: Senior High School: Owensville High School GPA: 3.96 Sports: Track and Field	Student Bio: Trevor broke Owensville's shot put record this year in track and field with a throw of 53'6." Trevor also placed fourth in the state last year in the shot put. His other accolades include All-Conference and All-District. In addition to track and field, Trevor is very involved in speech, drama, choir, student council, and numerous other clubs. His teachers and coaches say he is always willing to help with whatever needs to be done around the school. Plans After High School: Trevor plans to attend Lindenwood University and double major in Chemistry and Secondary Education.
	Name: Emma Trent Year: Senior High School: North Callaway High School GPA: 3.86 Sports: Artistic Roller Skating	Student Bio: Emma is a World Class Artistic Roller Skater. She qualified in 2011 to skate for team USA in Brazil and placed 4th in the world. She qualified again in 2012 and traveled to New Zealand for the event. Plans After High School: Emma wants to attend the University of Missouri and major in Physical Therapy. She would also like to teach and coach Artistic Roller Skating at Sk8-Zone in Jefferson City and Empire Roller Rink in Columbia.
	Name: Michelle Gall Year: Senior High School: Hallsville High School GPA: 3.94 Sports: Volleyball Basketball	Student Bio: Michelle was named to the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association's Academic All-State team. Her peers say she is a great example of what a student-athlete should be and works hard while displaying positive leadership on and off the court. Plans After High School: Michelle plans to attend The University of Colorado at Colorado Springs and study Pre-Med.
	Name: Katie Wolken Year: Senior High School: Russellville High School GPA: 3.9 Sports: Softball Basketball	Student Bio: Katie has played softball and basketball all four years at Russellville. She has received All-Conference and All-District honors playing on the diamond and was a starter for the district championship basketball team this year. Katie's teachers and coaches also talk of her phenomenal work ethic in athletics and in the classroom. Katie participates in Cole R-1's character council. Plans After High School: Katie plans on attending Lincoln University and pursuing a degree in Nursing.
	Name: Jordyn Schmidt Year: Senior High School: Eldon High School GPA: 3.65 Sports: Volleyball Basketball Track	Student Bio: Jordyn has had All-Conference honors in basketball, and in track has been on relay teams winning conference. One of her relay teams broke the 4x400 school record. Jordyn is the kind of athlete that focuses on the team's goals above her own and demonstrates outstanding leadership on the basketball court and throughout her school and community. Plans After High School: Jordyn plans to attend Missouri State University and major in finance.
	Name: Brett Voss Year: Senior High School: Blair Oaks High School GPA: 4.1 Sports: Basketball Track Cross Country	Student Bio: Brett has been All-State in Cross Country and Track, as well as All-Conference and All-District in basketball. While excelling at three sports, Brett leads by example in both the classroom and on the court through his hard work and commitment to excellence. He is greatly respected by his teammates and opponents. Plans After High School: Brett has received appointment to the US Naval Academy and will be heading to Annapolis after graduation.
	Name: Jon Baumstark Year: Senior High School: Hermann High School GPA: 4.3 Sports: Basketball Football Track Cross Country	Student Bio: Jon was the captain of the basketball team basketball team for the Bearcats. He ranks number one in his class and receives praise from his teachers and coaches for his leadership on and off the court. Jon also filled in as the lead roll in the school play. Plans After High School: Jon plans on studying Biological Engineering at the University of Missouri.
	Name: Kayla Adrian Year: Senior High School: Eugene High School GPA: 4.28 Sports: Basketball Softball	Student Bio: Kayla has earned All-Conference and All-District in softball and basketball at Eugene. Kayla's teacher's say she has been very dedicated to her education as well as her atheltic career. She is currently serving as Senior Class President and as NHS Secretary. Plans After High School: Kayla plans to attend Lindenwood University and major in Dentistry.
	Name: Eli Strobel Year: Senior High School: Chamois High School GPA: 3.84 Sports: Basketball Cross Country Track and Field	Student Bio: Eli was named to the All-District and All-Conference teams the past two seasons in basketball. He led the Chamois basketball team to a District Title during the 2010-2011 season. Eli's teachers and coaches say he has been able to balance academics and athletics very well, working hard in both areas. Plans After High School: Eli plans to attend Maryville University and earn a degree in Sports Business Management.
	Name: Marley Law Year: Senior High School: Iberia High School GPA: 3.9 Sports: Basketball Softball	Student Bio: Marley has received All-Conference and All-District honors in basketball and softball. She has also been named to the academic All-State team in softball. Her coaches say she is a natural leader who doesn't pay attention to the individual honors and cares more about her team being successful. Plans After High School: Marley plans to attend College of the Ozarks and her major is undecided at this time.
	Name: Isaac Duncan Year: Senior High School: Jamestown High School GPA: 3.95 Sports: Basketball Baseball	Student Bio: Isaac has played basketball and baseball all four years of his high school career for Jamestown. His coaches and teachers say he is a very strong student and teammate. They also added that Isaac has a strong sense of community and dedication that makes him an important part of his school. Plans After High School: Isaac plans to attend Missouri State University next fall.
	Name: Ethan Koechner Year: Senior High School: Tipton High School GPA: 3.99 Sports: Football Basketball Golf	Student Bio: Ethan was an All-State wide receiver and defensive back in football and an All-district performer on the basketball court for the Cardinals. His golf game isn't bad either, advancing to the state tournament 3 years in a row. Ethan's teachers and coaches talk of his leadership abililty and say he excels in all of the things he does. Between school and sports, Ethan still makes time to work two jobs outside of school. Plans After High School: Ethan plans on attending college and becoming an engineer.
	Name: Ryan Benny Year: Senior High School: Otterville High School GPA: 3.75 Sports: Basketball Baseball Track	Student Bio: Ryan has earned many accomplishments on the basketball court claiming CCAA All-Conference, MVP of CCAA Conference,1st Team All-District, and All-Area 2nd Team. He has led his team to 6 consecutive Tournament wins dating back to last year, while scoring his 1,000th point last year as a Junior. In the classroom, Ryan is an active leader, serving as Senior Class President, National Honor Society President, Vice-President of Student Council, and FBLA President. Plans After High School: Ryan plans to continue his academic as well as athletic career in college next year. He is currently weighing his options and looking at different schools that interest him.
	Name: Miranda Brandt Year: Senior High School: Chamois High School GPA: 3.99 Sports: Volleyball Basketball Track	Student Bio: Miranda has been named all-district and all-conference in volleyball her entire high school career, while also being named academic all-state in volleyball this year. On the basketball court, she has been named all-district and all-conference her entire high school career, and was also named MVP in the Show-Me Conference the last two seasons. Her highest accolade in basketball came last season where she earned all-state honors. Miranda's coaches are quick to point out her natural leadership ability on and off the floor. Plans After High School: Attend college at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville and play basketball.
	Name: Madison Gooden Year: Senior High School: Iberia High School GPA: 3.99 Sports: Softball Basketball	Student Bio: Madison has received all-conference honors in softball and on the basketball court she has earned all-district honors. Outside of sports, Madison's teachers say she is a great role model and strives to do her best both in the classroom and in sports. They also praise her dedication and hard-working mentality. Plans After High School: Madison will be attending Lincoln University on a softball schlorship. Her future plans include becoming a nurse.
	Name: Michaela Nolting Year: Senior High School: South Callaway High School GPA: 3.64 Sports: Softball Basketball	Student Bio: On the softball diamond, Michaela has been named first team all-district, first team all-region, and second team all-conference, while also leading the Bulldogs to a district and sectional championship. In addition to softball, Michaela has also lettered 4 years in basketball and was named captain to this year's team. In the classroom, she has demonstrated the ability to balance academics and athletics. She has been a member of the National Honor Society, and also participates in French Club, Athletic Association, Fine Arts Club, and FTA. Plans After High School: Michaela plans to attend the University of Central Missouri and major in physical therapy. .
	Name: Emma Schiermeier Year: Senior High School: Vienna High School GPA: 4.0 Sports: Basketball Track & Field Softball	Student Bio: Emma was named conference MVP, All-Conference, All-Region, and All-District in softball. On the basketball court, she was All-Conference and All-District, and in track and field she was the state champion in long jump in 2011. Her coaches say she is a very talented athlete who is an excellent student and leader in the school and community. She is vice president of National Honor Society and also participates in Students Against Drunk Driving, FBLA, FCCLA, Student Council, Science Olympiad, and the Scholar Bowl. Plans After High School: Emma plans to attend the University of Missouri in Columbia and major in Computer Information Technology with an emphasis in Criminal Justice.
	Name: Caleb Ruth Year: Senior High School: Jefferson City High School GPA: 4.03 Sports: Basketball Track & Field Cross Country	Student Bio: Caleb was a captain his senior season in cross country where he led by work ethic and example. He was an all district & all sectional runner & placed 40th at the Class 4 State Meet in the fall. His personal record 5K time of 15:55 places him 23rd on the all time list at Jefferson City. He was an All District cross country runner in 2010 and 2011. Caleb is a 3 time All District runner in track, 2010, 2011, and 2012; a 2-time All Sectional Runner in 2011 and 2012. He was an All State Track athlete in 2012 in the 800 meter run. Caleb holds the Jefferson City School Record in the 800 meter run at 1:54.15. In addition to sports, Caleb is also a member of the National Honors Society. Plans After High School: Caleb is going to attend a 4 year school and run cross country and track. He would like to go to school and run for Mizzou, St. Louis University, or Westminster.
	Name: Taylor Hagenhoff Year: Senior High School: Helias High School GPA: 3.5 Sports: Basketball Soccer	Student Bio: Taylor has had success in two sports during her career at Helias by claiming all-state and all-district in soccer and all-district in basketball. According to her coach, she is a true leader and explemlifies what a student athlete is about. In the classroom, her teachers recogonize her as a hard worker. Plans After High School: Taylor plans to attend college and play either basketball or soccer. Several colleges have shown interest in her.
	Name: Madisen Sherman Year: Senior High School: Versailles High School GPA: 4.0 Sports: Softball Volleyball Basketball Track	Student Bio: Madison was named all-region, all-district, all-conference in volleyball. Off the court, she is the student body president, National Honor Society President, YAFC (Youth Alive for Christ) President, FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) vice president, Concert Choir secretary, a member of SADD, and also a BETA member. Her teachers say she is the perfect examle of what a student athlete should be. Plans After High School: Madisen plans on attending Central MIssouri State University and major in Speech & Language Pathology.
	Name: Anthony Price Year: Senior High School: California High School GPA: 3.53 Sports: Football Basketball Track	Student Bio: Anthony has been named all-conference, all-district, and all-state in football. He also was a state medalist in track in 2012. Both on the field and off, Anthony's teachers and coaches speak of his fine leadership qualities. Music is another interest that Anthony shows many talents as he enjoys the piano and wants to continue his love for music in college. Plans After High School: Anthony plans to play football and run track in college while pursuing a degree in musical productions.
	Name: Jason Kimminau Year: Senior High School: South Callaway High School GPA: 3.69 Sports: Football Basketball Baseball	Student Bio: Jason has earned 1st team all-conference, 2nd team all-district, and honorable mention all-area in football. He was also the starting 1st baseman for the 2012 state championship baseball team. He is a member of the National Honor Society, and president of the French Club and senior class. Jason also participated in boys' state during the summer of 2012. Plans After High School: Jason plans to play football after high school but hasn't decided on a college or major yet.
	Name: Erin Struemph Year: Senior High School: St. Elizabeth High School GPA: 3.9 Sports: Softball Basketball	Student Bio: Erin has been named All-Conference, All-District, All-Regional and All-State in Softball and All-Conference and All-District in Basketball. She also has been class president the last 3 years along with participating in NHS for 2 years, FBLA for 4 years, STUCO for 3 years, and her church's CYO for 2 years. Erin's teachers rave about her leadership abilities both on the field and in the classroom. Plans After High School: Erin will attend Missouri State University next fall on a softball scholarship.
	Name: Loryn Hirst Year: Senior High School: Tipton High School GPA: 3.84 Sports: Softball Basketball Track	Student Bio: Loryn has been named all-conference, all district, all-region, and all-state academic on the softball diamond. Away from sports, Loryn participates in FCA and is secretary of NHS. She also is the president and reporter for FFA and has been named to the honor roll all four years. Her teachers praise her ability to not back down from a challenge and love her enthusiasm for school and life. Plans After High School: Loryn plans on attending the University of Missouri with a major in Athletic Training/Physical Therapy.
	Name: Jeremy Hill Year: Senior High School: Southern Boone High School GPA: 3.89 Sports: Football Track and Field	Student Bio: Jeremy was named a second team all-conference punter and defensive back in football. On the track, his 4x100 relay team won a district championship. Jeremy has been a member of National Honor Society the last three years and he's a winner of the American Legion School Award. His teachers say he is a leader by example in every phase of student life and represents the best of the human character. He also attended Boys State. Plans After High School: Jeremy plans to attend college to play football and run track and field. He plans to major in business or health.
	Name: Brianna Kempker Year: Senior High School: Fatima High School GPA: 4.0 Sports: Volleyball Basketball Track	Student Bio: She has won mutliple awards in the past as a member of the volleyball and track team, including First Team All-Conference, First Team All-District, First Team All-Region, and First Team All-State. She has also been a captain of the volleyball team for two years. Off the court she is currently Class Vice President in student government, a member of the National Honor Society, and also participates in Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America, Spanish Club, Art Club, Book Club and the Letterman's Club. Plans After High School: Brianna has been in contact with multiple schools about playing volleyball at the collegiate level, including Washington University-St. Louis and Lindenwood University. She has yet to make a decision as to her college plans.
	Name: JoAnna Muenks Year: Senior High School: Fatima High School GPA: 4.0 Sports: Volleyball	Student Bio: JoAnna has won mutliple awards in the past as a member of the volleyball team including First Team All-Conference, First Team All-District, First Team All-Region, and First Team All-State as well as being a team captain for both this season and last season. Outside of volleyball, she is currently Class President in student government, a member of the National Honor Society, and participates in Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America, Spanish Club, School Newspaper, Future Business Leaders of America and Students Against Destructive Decisions. She was also a Missouri delegate on the 2012 National Youth Tour this past year. Plans After High School: JoAnna has been in contact with multiple schools about playing volleyball at the collegiate level, including Avila, UMKC and Rockhurst. She has also yet to make a decision as to her college plans.
	Name: Melissa Hoerber Year: Senior High School: Fulton High School GPA: 4.4 Sports: Volleyball	Student Bio: Melissa was a three year captain for the Fulton Hornets volleyball team. Teammates, fans, coaches and opponents alike see Melissa's talent on the volleyball court, but off the court she demonstrates coachable qulaities, loyalty, strong leadership, and an optimistic attitude. Plans After High School: Melissa plans to attend Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois to play volleyball, major in entrepreneurship, and minor in graphic design.
	Name: Kaitlyn and Meredith Van Maanen Year: Seniors High School: Centralia High School GPA: Kaitlyn - 4.0 Meredith - 3.99 Sports: Softball Track Basketball	Student Bio: Both Kaitlyn and Meredith are outstanding students and integral parts of the teams they compete on. Both were starters on last year's softball state championship team. Both lettered in basketball last year, and both ran in the state track meet last spring. Plans After High School: Kaitlyn wants to attend to the University of Missouri and is contemplating majoring in speech pathology. Meredith will attend Central Methodist next year and study nursing.
	Name: Tyler Rush Year: Senior High School: Linn High School GPA: 3.5 Sports: Cross Country Track Basketball	Student Bio: Tyler leads his team by example. He has the commitment and work ethic that goes beyond most high school athletes today. He is motivated by success not only in athletics but also in the classroom. He has set high goals for himself and his team this season. Thus far this season, he has won three cross country individual championship meets with two course records. Plans After High School: Tyler plans to continue running in college.
	Name: Anne Baker Year: Senior High School: Mexico GPA: 4.0 Sports: Softball Basketball Track Band	Student Bio: Anne is the #1 student of 175 students in the Mexico High School class of 2013. She is involved in FCA, Key Club, National Honor Society, Band, and Missouri Girls State. Her teachers and coaches praise her high moral and ethical character and feel she represents her school in a positive way. Plans After High School: Anne plans to attend Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, MO and study Pharmaceutical Medicine
	Name: Robbie Mueller Year: Senior High School: School of the Osage GPA: 3.17 Sports: Soccer Football Track and Field Basketball	Student Bio: Robbie averages 2 + goals per game and is on pace to break the state scoring record. He came into this season with 108 goals and has already scored 20 in our first 6 games. He is a senior captain on the soccer team, and is a great role model for younger athletes in the district. In addition to being a great athlete, Robbie shows character off the field and shines a positive light on his school and community. Plans After High School: Attend a 4 year university to play soccer and study sports medicine.
	Name: Amy Dorge Year: Senior High School: Blair Oaks GPA: 3.61 Sports: Softball Basketball Track	Student Bio: Amy has been getting the job done in the classroom and in athletics. At school, Amy's teachers have had kind words to say about her as a person and her work in the classroom. In athletics, she is off to a great start in softball as she is batting .435, with 2 HR's, and 8 RBI's. She was voted co-captain of the team and has been leading her team in the right direction as the Lady Falcons arecurrently 6-2. Plans After High School: Amy plans to attend college and compete in either softball or Track. Amy's fields of study interests are in Conservation and Nuclear Power.