Hard work pays off for Cape Central Football team

The Cape Central football team has experienced some lean times in recent years.
The Tigers finished 1-and-19 in the first two years of head coach Rich Payne.
But following Friday nights 41-6 victory over New Madrid County Central, it's a great time to be a Tiger.
From the outside looking in, the outcome may come as a shock. But to those keeping a close eye on the Cape Central program over the past few years, the teams sudden success should not be a huge surprise.
The reason appears to be simple, the players have bought into Rich Payne's system. I had an opportunity to stand on the Tigers sideline last year against Jackson and the teams enthusiasm even in defeat was sky high!
I've also talked to some of the parents of some Cape seniors who tell me how hard the guys have been working to turn this thing around.
Although it's way too early to call 2010 a turnaround season just yet, the Tigers have already taken one giant step forward.
See you Friday night on Heartland Football Friday.

Heartland Football Friday Crew is Ready for Kick Off

It's almost time to Kick off week two of Heartland Football Friday.
This Friday August 27th marks the regular season opener for teams in Southeast Missouri and Southern Illinois.
We'll also Webcast the game New Madrid County Central at Cape Central live on kfvs12.com.
But what I really want to talk about is our outstanding Heartland Football Friday crew.
We have a full staff of photographers, reporters, scorekeepers and an entire production crew dedicated to putting out a quality product every friday night.
Oh, I forgot to mention a sports anchor who loves working with these folks!
I can't help but get excited about the teamwork--afterall, it boils down to giving you best highlights, scores and live reports in the Heartland.
See you Friday night on KFVS 12!!!

Football ready to Heat up Heartland

The Heartland high school and college football seasons are just about upon us.
With area colleges kicking off practice this week.
SEMO will actually hold a conditioning test on Wednesday August 4th before the the Redhawks hold their first official practice on Thursday.
The high school guys kick it in gear next week. With Missouri practicing for the first time on Monday August 9th. Illinois opens up on Wednesday.
It's all setting the table for our season premiere of Heartland Football Friday on August 20th.