Author: Todd Nugent

Video: Platte County 31, Grain Valley 28 in photos

Platte County defeated Grain Valley 31-28 in a Class 5 quarterfinal last week to advance to the state semifinals for the third time in four seasons. Take a look back through Todd Nugent’s photos from the game.

Photos: State Quarterfinal Preview

Platte County advanced to the Class 5 state playoffs with a 33-13 win over Staley in last week’s Class 5 District 8 title game. Take a look back at the season thus far heading into tonight’s quarterfinal vs. Grain Valley at Pirate Stadium.

Photos: Platte County at State Volleyball

Platte County made its first ever trip to state, losing a Class 4 semifinal but coming back to win the third-place match over Nerinx Hall on Thursday at the Show-Me Center in Cape Girardeau, Mo.

Photos: Platte County 3, Smithville 0

Platte County swept a Suburban Conference Blue Division match with Smithville on Thursday at Platte County High School. For more photos and to purchase high-res versions, please visit Todd Nugent’s gallery at this link. 

Photos: Platte County 35, Grandview 12

Platte County defeated Grandview 35-12 on Friday night at Pirate Stadium, improving to 3-0 on the season and 2-0 in Suburban Conference Blue Division play. For more photos and to purchase high-res versions, please visit Todd Nugent’s gallery at this link. 

Photos: Platte County 35, Kearney 14

Platte County never trailed in a 35-14 win over Kearney on Friday — the second straight for the Pirates in the Highway 92 Showdown rivalry. The Pirates improved to 2-0 on the season and host Grandview this week. For a full gallery and to purchase high-res versions, visit the following link.