Eureka vs. Jackson

Eureka secured a spot in Springfield after achieving a dominant 14-0 victory over Jackson during a Class 5 softball quarterfinal game on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The match took place at Eureka High School in Eureka, Mo. Following the win, players Josie Humes, Evie Humes, and Chrystal Hall spoke with St. Louis Post-Dispatch reporter Paul Halfacre. The team celebrated their success as they advanced further in the tournament after the high-scoring performance against their opponents.