Platte County embracing challenges in trying to extend state’s longest win streak
The Platte County head football coaching position doesn’t come open often, and the anomalous stability for nearly half a decade creates inescapable expectations. One of the state’s most historically successful programs thrives on continuity, and Derek Yost understands the short-term challenges with a focus on sustenance. The Pirates go into this season with the longest […]
Platte County leaning on returners to maintain expectations, not start a new era
The move up to Class 5 District 4 proved as daunting as expected. Now, Platte County must turn the page from the most successful stretch in program history to not only restock the lineup but also identify the roster’s leaders. The Pirates’ run of streak of qualifying a full team for state ended at five […]
Platte County’s youth movement likely to continue but with same high expectations
Despite significant returning postseason experience, Platte County ended up with a youthful lineup last fall. The graduation of a pair of seniors and another opening puts the Pirates in position for another youth movement this season. A streak of five straight years qualifying a team ended in 2025 with Platte County bumped up to Class […]
Even with graduation of No. 1 player, Platte County ready to benefit from last season’s growth
Platte County brings back the majority of last season’s roster but must replace the unquestioned leader and No. 1 player that steadied an inexperienced lineup. However, the Pirates might immediately benefit from a potential move back down to Class 3 without the need for a major overhaul. “We expect to lean on our returning players […]
Jonkman heads up Platte County’s limited roster, takes on big role
Platte County expects a hard reset with a limited roster this fall. Only one of last year’s qualifiers for the Class 1 MSHSAA Swimming and Diving Championships returns, leaving junior Beau Jonkman in a very important role. Jonkman swam at state each of the past two seasons and owns the the most significant experience for […]
Platte County sets sights on team, individual state success
Platte County’s combination of experience and talent creates a window of opportunity to put together team and individual postseason success in a manner befitting of a consistently successful program. All but one contributor from a 13-7 team a year ago that reached the Class 2 District 8 championship dual for a fourth straight season — […]
Bigger roles await returners looking to push Platte County back into playoffs
For a program accustomed to success, Platte County encountered a hard reset last season when bumped back up to Class 5 and the top tier of postseason competition. The district assignments have not come out yet for 2026, but placement could determine a lot about the expectations. A drop back to Class 4 could put […]
Platte County hopes key pieces put together season needed to break playoff drought
With the amount and quality of returners, Platte County can emphatically keep earning an elusive playoff bid as this season’s focal point. The Pirates certainly have the talent not just to end a postseason drought but make a run at hardware, as well. Platte County senior shortstop Bryli Seifert, already a three-time all-state pick and […]
Postgame Interview: Owen Bane, Sr., P/2B/RF
Platte County senior Owen Bane pitched 4 1/3 scoreless innings and earned the win in a 9-3 victory over Chaminade in the Class 5 state third-place game Saturday at U.S. Baseball Park in Ozark.
Platte County comes up short in repeat bid, still collects 3rd state trophy in 5-year span
OZARK, Mo. — Overcast skies and intermittent drizzling rain served as an appropriate backdrop for a consolation opportunity. Yet, Platte County provided some final shine to another memorable season with a 9-3 victory over Chaminade in the Class 5 state third-place game Saturday afternoon at U.S. Baseball Park despite the melancholy weather. With star senior […]