‘We’re making history’: Pirates reach state semifinals for third time in program history

By Steve Eighinger | November 20, 2021
Hannibal’s Aneyas Williams high steps into the end zone during the Pirates' Class 4 state quarterfinal game against the West Plains Zizzers on Friday night at Porter Stadium in Hannibal, Mo. Photo courtesy Mathew Kirby

HANNIBAL, Mo. — For the first time in the postseason, Hannibal’s football team was pushed. And make no mistake about it, the Pirates pushed right back, triggered by sophomore sensation Aneyas Williams. Williams provided another eye-popping performance, this one included five touchdown receptions on a Friday night that saw him reel in 12 catches for…

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Pirates ready for challenge of stopping Zizzers’ dual-threat quarterback

By Matt Schuckman, Sports Editor | November 19, 2021
Hannibal’s John Clubine, right, forces Warrenton quarterback Austin Haas to fumble the ball during the Pirates' district semifinal game against the Warriors at Porter Stadium. Photo courtesy Mathew Kirby

HANNIBAL, Mo. — All of the attention paid to the Hannibal football team’s record-setting offense has left the defense often overlooked. That’s a mistake. Stingy when it needs to be and opportunistic when it can be, the Pirates’ defense has created problems for opposing offenses all season. Last week’s 47-0 victory over Jefferson City in…

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